An 80-year-old male client reports to the nurse finding blood in ...

[kaid0807]

An 80-year-old male client reports to the nurse finding blood in his urine. In the absence of a UTI, the nurse recognizes the pathophysiological process for this symptom may be caused by
 
  A) normal changes in the urine.
  B) prostatic cancer.
  C) pyuria.
  D) cancer of the bladder.

Question 2

The nurse is planning an education program for senior community members on the benefits of exercise. What information will the nurse provide about regular exercise?
 
  1. It increases the need for analgesic medications.
  2. If performed in excess as a young adult it will lead to osteoporosis.
  3. It prevents muscle atrophy and improves mobility which reduces the risk of falls.
  4. It should be avoided in those with rheumatoid arthritis because it causes inflammation.

[bookworm410]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Exercise done regularly and not in excess may decrease the need for analgesic medications.

[kaid0807]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bdobbins]

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