A 77-year-old patient has been brought to the emergency department by the daughter due to recent visual disturbances and unilateral weakness. The diagnostic workup has led the diagnosis of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).
Which of the following patient history most likely contributed to the patient's current health problem? A) The patient was treated for anemia 3 months ago.
B) The woman is a smoker and takes antihypertensive medications.
C) The woman has a history of recurrent deep vein thromboses.
D) The woman was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease early this year.
Question 2
A nurse who provides care in a long-term facility is working with a 78-year-old resident who has a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Which of the following aspects of the care the nurse provides should be reconsidered or modified?
A) The nurse encourages the resident to continue to participate in the regular exercise programs at the facility.
B) The nurse provides assistance with activities of daily living when necessary but encourages the resident to do what can be done independently.
C) The nurse phrases questions and directions in a simple and understandable manner applicable to the client's decreased cognition.
D) The nurse facilitates active and passive range of motion exercises on a regular basis.
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