A 93-year-old client in a nursing home has been eating less food during mealtimes. Which is
the correct nursing intervention? - ANSWER Allow the client a longer period of time to
complete the meal.
Which response would the nurse make to the son who says, "I should never have allowed
my father to live alone like he wanted to because he has Alzheimer disease. I'm to blame! He
didn't even recognize me"? - ANSWER "This must be a difficult time for both of you.
Please share some of your other observations with us—that will help us plan his care."
Which instructions would the nurse give to an older adult with decreased perception of
touch? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER "Hold
on to handrails while ambulating."
Correct answer
"Look where your feet are placed while walking."
Correct answer
"Wear shoes that give good support while walking."
Correct answer
"If you are unable to change your position frequently, request assistance."
Correct answer
Which factor would the nurse consider when planning activities for an older resident in a
long-term care facility with a diagnosis of neurocognitive disorder? - ANSWER Familiar
activities that the resident can complete successfully
Which findings in the older adult client are associated with a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER Confusion
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the correct nursing intervention? - ANSWER Allow the client a longer period of time to
complete the meal.
Which response would the nurse make to the son who says, "I should never have allowed
my father to live alone like he wanted to because he has Alzheimer disease. I'm to blame! He
didn't even recognize me"? - ANSWER "This must be a difficult time for both of you.
Please share some of your other observations with us—that will help us plan his care."
Which instructions would the nurse give to an older adult with decreased perception of
touch? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER "Hold
on to handrails while ambulating."
Correct answer
"Look where your feet are placed while walking."
Correct answer
"Wear shoes that give good support while walking."
Correct answer
"If you are unable to change your position frequently, request assistance."
Correct answer
Which factor would the nurse consider when planning activities for an older resident in a
long-term care facility with a diagnosis of neurocognitive disorder? - ANSWER Familiar
activities that the resident can complete successfully
Which findings in the older adult client are associated with a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER Confusion
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