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mikaylakyoung · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

After completing an assessment the nurse determines that an older patient is at risk for medication errors. What did the nurse most likely assess in this patient? (Select all that apply.)

A) Weak hands
B) Hearing deficit
C) Use of laxatives
D) Limited finances
E) Walks with a cane

Question 2

When the eye adjusts to seeing objects at various distances, it is called

a. PERRLA.
b. refraction.
c. focusing.
d. accommodation.

TDubDCFL · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
Feedback:
Risk factors for medication errors include hearing deficits, weak hands, and limited finances. Use of laxatives and walking with a cane do not increase an older patient's risk of medication errors.

Answer to Question 2

D
Accommodation: The eye is able to focus on objects at various distances.

mikaylakyoung · **Reply #2 on:** Jul 11, 2018

TY

TDubDCFL · **Reply #3 on:** Jul 11, 2018

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