Which of the following nursing interventions by practitioner in a ...

[strangeaffliction]

Which of the following nursing interventions by practitioner in a long-term care facility are appropriate? Select all that apply.
 
  A) The nurse times laxative administration as to not interfere with social interaction.
  B) The nurse provides diuretics after, not before, recreation sessions.
  C) The client's need for and dosage of nighttime sedation is weighed in light of activities planned for the following morning.
  D) Analgesia is provided prior to physical activity but held before social activities.

Question 2

When caring for a patient who is 34 years old and has rheumatoid arthritis, the nurse should remember that
 
  a. exercise should be avoided to decrease pain.
  b. the patient should be discouraged from performing activities of daily living.
  c. rest and exercise are both important parts of therapy.
  d. pain is best controlled by use of narcotic analgesics.

[nmyers]

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C
Feedback:
A failure to provide adequate pain control is likely to interfere with older adults' social activity. The nursing actions in answers A, B, and C are all prudent in light of promoting social interaction.

Answer to Question 2

C
Rest is important because fatigue is a major problem. Exercise helps prevent the joints from freezing and the muscles from weakening.