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cartlidgeashley

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An older adult is admitted to the emergency department with dyspnea and a sudden change in level of consciousness. The nurse should assess first for which of the following disorders?
 
  A) Myocarditis
  B) Aortic aneurysm
  C) Cor pulmonale
  D) Myocardial infarction

Question 2

Which of the following statements by an older adult indicates the need for further teaching related to cholesterol reduction?
 
  A) I will decrease my intake of food high in polyunsaturated fatty acids.
  B) I will increase my intake of soybeans, walnuts, and canola oil.
  C) I will eat fish four times a week.
  D) I will limit my intake of trans fatty acids and saturated fat.


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fatboyy09

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

Ans: D
Compared with younger adults, older adults experiencing a myocardial infarction are more likely to have dyspnea or neurologic symptoms, rather than chest discomfort. Older adults with angina and acute myocardial infarction are more likely to have subtle and unusual manifestations.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Nutritional interventions for cholesterol reduction limit foods containing saturated fats and trans fatty acids and increase foods that are high in polyunsaturated fatty acids.


cartlidgeashley

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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