The nurse is conducting a health history interview, and the patient asks the nurse what an advance directive is. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
1) Advance directives ensure end-of-life care is comfort measures only.
2) Advance directives ensure healthcare wishes are carried out.
3) Advance directives ensure acute illness will be treated aggressively.
4) Advance directives ensure treatment will be withheld for life-threatening injury or illness.
Question 2
The nurse conducts a Barthel Index assessment for an older adult patient who receives a score of 52. What does this score indicate?
1) Patient has minimal dementia.
2) Patient's respiratory effort is compromised.
3) Patient has decreased ROM.
4) Patient needs assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Assessing Palpebral Conjunctiva, Patient Position
7 month history of gradual, painless swelling and redness of both eyes
(A) A 62-year-old patient with myxedema exhibiting marked edema of the face and a somnolent look. Th
A patient examination room should be simple and efficiently designed.
Comparison of Paper Medical Records and Electronic Health Records
Old Age and Health