Which important points would the nurse keep in mind when caring for an older adult to pro-
mote health? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER
Encourage regular physical activity and the use of stress-management strategies.
Consider the client's social environment, and strengthen social support to promote health.
Assess the client for fear of falling, and provide support by making environmental changes.
For which physiological condition would the nurse teach an older adult client about the use
of isometric exercises? - ANSWER Muscle atrophy
Which essential approach would the nurse use when caring for a confused older client? -
ANSWER Establish trusting relationships
A debilitated older client who has glaucoma places great value on independence. What
would the nurse encourage the client to do after discharge from the hospital? - ANSWER
Self admin eye meds using appropriate technique
A client who has severe back pain is found to have a vertebral compression fracture. Which
cause of fracture would the nurse consider when planning interventions? - ANSWER Col-
lapse of the veterbral bodies
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?Familiar activities that the
resident can complete successfully - ANSWER Familiar activities that the resident can
complete successfully
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mote health? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER
Encourage regular physical activity and the use of stress-management strategies.
Consider the client's social environment, and strengthen social support to promote health.
Assess the client for fear of falling, and provide support by making environmental changes.
For which physiological condition would the nurse teach an older adult client about the use
of isometric exercises? - ANSWER Muscle atrophy
Which essential approach would the nurse use when caring for a confused older client? -
ANSWER Establish trusting relationships
A debilitated older client who has glaucoma places great value on independence. What
would the nurse encourage the client to do after discharge from the hospital? - ANSWER
Self admin eye meds using appropriate technique
A client who has severe back pain is found to have a vertebral compression fracture. Which
cause of fracture would the nurse consider when planning interventions? - ANSWER Col-
lapse of the veterbral bodies
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?Familiar activities that the
resident can complete successfully - ANSWER Familiar activities that the resident can
complete successfully
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