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nenivikky

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The nurse is preparing an educational session on stroke prevention for a group of senior citizens. What information would be important for the nurse to provide to these participants? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Stop smoking.
  2. Limit exercise to once a week.
  3. Maintain a healthy body weight.
  4. Follow a low-sodium diet as prescribed.
  5. Take blood pressure medication as prescribed.

Question 2

Pernicious anemia occurs because of the lack of intrinsic factor that is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12. Older clients are at risk for this anemia because of
 
  A) a decrease in hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
  B) decreased peristalsis in the gastrointestinal tract.
  C) the tendency for older clients to be dependent on laxatives.
  D) an increased incidence of cholelithiasis.



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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Healthy aging tips for stroke prevention include smoking cessation.

Answer to Question 2

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nenivikky

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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