On the admission assessment of an 80-year-old to a long-term care facility, the nurse notes that the resident's toenails are dark, thick, and brittle, extremely misshapen, and growing at an angle from the toe. The nurse recognizes these as signs of:
a. fungal infection of the nails.
b. ram's horn nails.
c. ingrown nails.
d. expected age-related changes in the nails.
Question 2
When the patient complains of dry mouth, the nurse should inquire about and assess for:
a. difficulty in chewing and swallowing.
b. mouth ulcerations.
c. adequate intake of vitamin B.
d. inflammation of the tongue.
How long does it take you to see the circles?
Patients of all socioeconomic backgrounds should be given equal care.
After the death of a loved one, family members report concerns about last place of care.
How long does exercise affect blood sugar?
Portrait of Typical 12-year-old Boy and Girl, 1981 and 2007-2009
Long-term relationships, especially those who are married, having a child