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casperchen82

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient with pancreatitis is NPO. The patient asks the nurse why he is unable to have anything by mouth. The best response would be
 
  a. The reason you are unable to have anything by mouth is because the physician must examine you.
  b. The pancreas is stimulated whenever you eat or drink and may aggravate your condition.
  c. The pancreas is to be removed surgically. This is the reason you are unable to eat or drink.
  d. The reason you are unable to have anything by mouth is because of diagnostic exams the physician might order.

Question 2

An 81-year-old female client was diagnosed 1 year ago with Alzheimer's disease following a noticeable increase in confusion. She now possesses a durable power of attorney.
 
  Which of the following statements most accurately conveys an aspect of this legal arrangement? A) The parameters of the arrangement must be revisited if the client's condition declines.
  B) The arrangement was most likely initiated by court order for a government conservator.
  C) The client appointed someone to take care of her affairs in the event that she becomes incompetent.
  D) The family has control of logistical arrangements for the client but must gain court permission around financial affairs.


smrerig

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Food and fluids are withheld to avoid stimulating pancreatic activity, and IV fluids are administered.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Usually, a power of attorney becomes invalid if the individual granting it becomes incompetent, except in the case of a durable power of attorney. A durable power of attorney allows competent individuals to appoint someone to make decisions on their behalf in the event that they become incompetent; this is a recommended procedure for individuals with dementias and other disorders in which competency can be anticipated to decline. It would not have been initiated by the court and it encompasses both logistical and financial issues.


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