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Which of the following individuals is most likely to possess an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in the future?
 
  A) A man with a family history of Down syndrome
  B) A woman with a diagnosis of autism
  C) A man whose admission assessment reveals polypharmacy
  D) A woman with poorly controlled type 1 diabetes

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Which self-care activity should the nurse instruct an older patient with a history of congestive heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension?
 
  A) Monitoring of radial heart rate and lung sounds
  B) Starting a course of antibiotics with temperature increases
  C) Accurate measurement of total daily fluid intake and output
  D) Adjustment of blood pressure medication dosage based on home blood pressure readings



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Answer to Question 1

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A family history of Down syndrome is a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. Autism is not a noted risk factor and both polypharmacy and poorly controlled blood sugar could contribute to delirium, not dementia.

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Monitoring of heart rate and lung sounds is an appropriate self-care activity for older adults. Changing medication dosages and beginning a course of antibiotics are not safe or appropriate actions, while detailed monitoring of intake and output is unnecessary.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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