PNR 108 Exam 2 Study Guide 2025: Practical Nursing Practice Questions

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EXAM 2: PNR108 / PNR 108 (LATEST 2025)

GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING | QUESTIONS AND

VERIFIED ANSWERS | 100% CORRECT | GRADE A -

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Rosacea .....ANSWER..... Appears as redness, dilated superficial

blood vessels, and small "pimples" on the nose and center of the

face.

If left untreated: Can lead to swelling and the enlargement of

the nose or to conjunctivitis.

Infectious diseases commonly seen in older adults .....ANSWER.....

Herpes zoster (Shingles), fungal, yeast, and bacterial infections;

and infestation with scabies (mites)

Decreased height .....ANSWER..... Caused by decreased fluid

intervertebral disks

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Osteoporosis .....ANSWER..... Excessive loss of calcium from bone

combined with insufficient replacement

Osteopenia .....ANSWER..... Decreased bone mass

Treatment of Osteoporosis .....ANSWER..... Lifestyle modifications;

well balanced diet with calcium and vitamin D, weight-bearing

exercise, smoking cessation, and restriction of alcohol intake

Factors/Medications that increase risk for osteoporosis

.....ANSWER..... Family history, GI disorders, Menopause (LOW

ESTROGEN levels), Long term use of phenytoin, heparin,

aluminum-containing antacids, PPI, oral corticosteroids, and

chemotherapy drugs

Treatment of rosacea .....ANSWER..... Avoidance; of extreme

heat, sun exposure, spicy foods, and alcoholic beverages

Medication therapy for Osteoarthritis .....ANSWER.....

Acetaminophen, NSAIDs, injection of of corticosteroids in the joints