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crazycityslicker

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse is using the Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living during the assessment of an older adult patient. Which finding indicates the patient is independent?
 
  1) The patient is able to get in and out of the tub without assistance.
  2) The patient gets dressed but needs help with tying the shoes.
  3) The patient does not get out of bed.
  4) The patient feeds self but receives assistance with buttering bread.

Question 2

Which nursing action is appropriate when conducting a health history interview for an older adult patient
 
  1) Speaking slowly with a lower pitch
  2) Allowing less time than would be required for a younger patient
  3) Asking several questions before allowing the patient to respond
  4) Standing while the patient sits in a chair on the opposite side of the room


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lauravaras

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1


crazycityslicker

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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