Answer to Question 1
B
Because antipsychotic medications potentially impair the body's thermoregulatory ability, the nurse instructs an older adult who takes an antipsychotic agent such as chlorpromazine to avoid caffeinated beverages because they contribute to dehydration. This man is at high risk for organ damage as a result of hyperthermia from mild elevations in the environmental temperature; therefore he must avoid dehydration, stay in cool temperatures, keep out of direct sunlight, and alert people around him and caregivers to monitor his temperature carefully and to be prepared to provide cooling sponge baths, cool liquids, and other measures to reduce his temperature quickly. The nurse instructs all older adults to avoid eating biscuits and gravy because these items have an excessively high fat content. Whole grain bread is a healthy food item to choose. Mixed green salad is a healthy food item to choose.
Answer to Question 2
B
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A Incorrect. This is a true statement.
B Correct. This is not a true statement. Caffeine increases urine production and therefore aggravates dehydration rather than relieving it.
C Incorrect. This is a true statement. Sports drinks can be easily absorbed, and they help restore electrolyte balance.
D Incorrect. This is a true statement.
The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
Focus on Older Adults
Developmental tasks for older adults
Older adults working
Nurse collaboration
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