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Zulu123

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An older patient is demonstrating signs of sadness and depression. Upon assessment, the patient expresses remorse over not accomplishing much in life and is not looking forward to eventual death.
 
  Which theories of aging would be applicable for the nurse to use to help this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Endocrine theory
  2. Programmed longevity
  3. Somatic DNA damage theory
  4. Jung's theory of individualism
  5. Erikson's developmental theory

Question 2

A 46-year-old man has been diagnosed with pericarditis and has begun treatment. When assessing this patient, the nurse should prioritize assessments relevant to what complications of pericarditis? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Cardiac tamponade
  B) Pericardial effusion
  C) ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)
  D) Cardiac arrest
  E) Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)



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Answer to Question 1

4,5
Rationale: The endocrine theory focuses on biological changes with aging. This patient is demonstrating psychosocial changes with aging.

Answer to Question 2

A, B



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