This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: An elderly woman has fallen down three steps and is complaining of back pain. After you perform a ... (Read 109 times)

debasdf

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 570
An elderly woman has fallen down three steps and is complaining of back pain. After you perform a primary assessment, which of the following questions should you ask to illicit the next important piece of information?
 
  a. Did you become dizzy before you fell?
  b. Why didn't you use the ramp on the other side?
  c. Do you have a history of high blood pressure?
  d. Who is your family doctor?

Question 2

Some elderly patients have osteoporosis, a condition that results in:
 
  a. decreased bone density.
  b. decreased renal output.
  c. decreased insulin production.
  d. gall stone production.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

sierramartinez

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 313
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a





 

Did you know?

The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.

Did you know?

Ether was used widely for surgeries but became less popular because of its flammability and its tendency to cause vomiting. In England, it was quickly replaced by chloroform, but this agent caused many deaths and lost popularity.

Did you know?

Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.

Did you know?

Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.

Did you know?

The average human gut is home to perhaps 500 to 1,000 different species of bacteria.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library