The older client with pneumonia often A) spikes a temperature ...

[ahriuashd]

The older client with pneumonia often
 
  A) spikes a temperature and develops hemoptysis.
  B) does not require antibiotic therapy.
  C) is more likely to present with lethargy and loss of cognitive function.
  D) should not receive the pneumonia vaccine after recovering from the infection.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching bladder retraining to an older patient recovering from bladder surgery. Which patient statement indicates understanding of the teaching provided?
 
  1. I will gradually space my voiding times to longer periods.
  2. I should force fluids to promote my bladder to hold more urine.
  3. I should try to see how long I can hold my urine before voiding.
  4. Research has not supported theories linking dietary intake to bladder irritation.

[bhavsar]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: Bladder training is an ongoing process in which the bladder is gradually trained to lengthen times between voiding.