ATI Gerontology Questions and Answers Graded A+

ATI Gerontology Questions and Answers Graded A+ A nurse is teaching a patient on bedrest following a DVT to increase peristalsis. What high-fiber food choices should the nurse recommend? Navy-bean soup A nurse is caring for a patient with anemia. Which food should the nurse recommend to increase iron? Dried fruit A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a new onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus. which of the following physiologic changes can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes decreased sensitivity to the circulating insulin a nurse is teaching a newly hired assistive personnel about her role in helping older adult clients with ADLS nurses should explain that which of the following is the most common factor that affects a clients performance of ADLs chronic physical disability a nurse is planning care for a client who had a stroke. which of the following goals should the nurse identify as the priority for this client?" the clients airway will remain clear as evidence by clear breath sounds a nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who had a recent stroke and has a history of GERD. For which of the following disorders should the nurse plan to monitor this client? aspiration pneumonia a nurse is caring for an older adult client. which of the following physiologic changes associated with aging can affect medication dosage in this client decreased gastric motility a nurse is conducting an admission assessment for an older client. which of the following actions should the nurse take to collect subjective data. allow sufficient time for the client to respond to the questions a nurse at a long term care facility is providing teaching to a group of adolescents who are new volunteers. The nurse should explain that older adult clients are most likely to exhibit a decrease in which of the following short term memory a nurse is assessing an older adult client during an annual physical. which of the following client findings should the nurse report to the provider. A fasting blood glucose level 160 mg/dL a nurse is caring for an older client who has gout and refuses to eat. the clients provider has approved the family to bring food from home. which of the following foods should the nurses recommend that the client not eat lentil soup a nurse is caring for an older adult client who has pneumonia. which of the following physiologic changes associated with aging places the client at risk for pneumonia? Decreased number of cilia a nurse in the clinic is assessing an older adult client for the second time in a week. the client reports a decreased energy level, insomnia, and anorexia. the clients diagnostic tests are within the expected reference ranges. for which of the following conditions should the nurse screen the client? depression a nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has osteoarthritis of the right hip and lower lumbar vertebrae. which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching To relieve pressure on my hip, I should use a cane while ambulating a nurse is admitting an older client who fell at home 3 days ago. the client has a fractured hip, malnutrition, and dehydration. the following laboratory values noted on admission should indicate to the nurse prolonged malnutrition. Decreased albumin a nurse is planning care for an older adult client following abdominal surgery for a bowel obstruction. which of the following information about pain management should the nurse consider when planning care? Older adults are sensitive to the effects of analgesic opiates a nurse at an ophthalmology clinic is assessing a client referred by the provider for a potential cataract. which of the following client reports should the nurse recognize is consistent with cataracts. Halos when looking at the light a nurse at an assisted living center is conducting an orientation session for a group of newly hired assistive personnel. which of the following instructions should the nurse include regarding clients who are hearing impaired? Maintain eye contact with clients a nurse is reviewing the medical report of a client who is postmenopausal and has osteoporosis. the client has a new perception for alendronate sodium. which of the following findings in the clients history should the nurse recognize is. contraindication to this medication. Esophageal aclasia a nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimers disease and refuses to take her morning antihypertensive medication. the client is oriented to name and place and is able to perform ADLS within minimal supervision. which of the following actions should the nurse take? Ask the patient to express her reasons for refusing the medication and document the event. A nurse is assessing an older adult client who states he is homeless. which of the following findings should the nurse document as comorbidities for this client? Dementia and tuberculosis an older adult client tells a nurse at a heath fair " I am always forgetting things. i cannot even remember where I parked my car. do you think I have Alzheimer disease?" which of following is a therapeutic response by the nurse? That must be very upsetting. Can you tell me more about your forgetfulness? a nurse is caring for an older adult client who has dementia. The client becomes agitated and confused at night and wanders into the hallway. which of the following actions should the nurse take? Place client's mattress on the floor a nurse is providing discharge instructions about calcium supplements to an older adult female client who has osteoporosis and a recent repair of a fracture in her right hip. which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Take your calcium supplements with a large glass of water a nurse is teaching a group of healthy older adult clients about health screening after age 50 years. which of the following health screenings should the nurse recommend that the clients complete annually? Visual Acuity a nurse is planning to administer diphenhydramine hydrochloride to an older adult client? which of the following actions should the nurse pan to take prior to administration? Review the medical record for a history of glaucoma a nurse in a long term facility is promoting reminiscence among older adult clients. which of the following actions should the nurse take? Initiate a daily story-telling hour a nurse is teaching a group of older adult female clients who are postmenopausal about dietary requirements. which of the following statements about the role of folic acid should the nurse make? Adequate folic acid intake is associated with reduced risk for heart disease a nurse is participating on a committee that is developing age appropriate care standards for older adult clients. which of the following of Erikson's development tasks should the nurse recommend as the focus? Integrity a nurse is assessing an older adult client for signs of dehydration. which of the followong findings should the nurse consider an expected part of the aging process? Decreased creatinine clearance