GERI HESI EXAM
GERI HESI EXAM
1. Scheduling Strategies for Elder Clients: correct answer The way the day of
a cognitively impaired patient is structured is crucial in the plan of care. The nurse
should do the following:
• Develop a schedule that provides structure to the day because patients adapt
better when they have a predictable routine. • Focus on patient-centered activities.
• Develop singular activities because multiple activities overwhelm the patient.
For example, turn off the television while the patient is putting together a puzzle. •
Provide a group experience with one subject approached at a time. Too much
stimulation increases anxiety and may lead to agitation.
, GERI HESI EXAM
2. Early signs of Hypothermia in older adults: correct answer Findings include
fatigue, apathy, confusion, lethargy, shivering, numbness, slurred speech,
impaired coordination, and possible coma
3. Hypothermia Urinary output: correct answer Peripheral vasoconstriction
occurring with hypothermia may also lead to increases in kidney perfusion and
a subsequent increase in urine output referred to as cold diuresis.
4. Assessment of older adult with Kidney Disease: correct answer History
• Personal or family history of renal disease
• Recent surgeries or illnesses (predisposing to renal dysfunction)
• Symptoms:
• Urine (e.g., frequency, color, amount, appearance)
• Nausea and vomiting
GERI HESI EXAM
1. Scheduling Strategies for Elder Clients: correct answer The way the day of
a cognitively impaired patient is structured is crucial in the plan of care. The nurse
should do the following:
• Develop a schedule that provides structure to the day because patients adapt
better when they have a predictable routine. • Focus on patient-centered activities.
• Develop singular activities because multiple activities overwhelm the patient.
For example, turn off the television while the patient is putting together a puzzle. •
Provide a group experience with one subject approached at a time. Too much
stimulation increases anxiety and may lead to agitation.
, GERI HESI EXAM
2. Early signs of Hypothermia in older adults: correct answer Findings include
fatigue, apathy, confusion, lethargy, shivering, numbness, slurred speech,
impaired coordination, and possible coma
3. Hypothermia Urinary output: correct answer Peripheral vasoconstriction
occurring with hypothermia may also lead to increases in kidney perfusion and
a subsequent increase in urine output referred to as cold diuresis.
4. Assessment of older adult with Kidney Disease: correct answer History
• Personal or family history of renal disease
• Recent surgeries or illnesses (predisposing to renal dysfunction)
• Symptoms:
• Urine (e.g., frequency, color, amount, appearance)
• Nausea and vomiting
