NURS 601 final review questions with complete solutions

Which of the following diagnostic and assessment findings from among the patients on a geriatric medical unit most warrants further investigation? a. A 78-year-old man has recently developed urinary incontinence. b. A 78-year-old male's stomach pH is increased. c. A 71-year-old male client's echocardiogram reveals slight left ventricular hypertrophy. d. An 81-year-old woman's glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is low. Correct Answer-A. A 78-year-old man has recently developed urinary incontinence. Decreased renal mass and reduced glomerular filtration make it especially important that nurses: a. Ensure that age-adjusted drug dosages are prescribed b. Look for signs of urinary tract infections c. Assist elderly patients with f