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ARLKQ

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A patient's toenails are brittle and thick. What other assessment should the nurse be sure to include?
 
  a. Respiratory sounds
  b. Pedal pulses
  c. History of gout
  d. Intake of dietary calcium

Question 2

The older adult complains of multiple bruises on his extremities. What are the marks the result of?
 
  a. Arteriosclerotic changes in the vessels
  b. Prolonged clotting time
  c. Fragility of capillary walls
  d. Reduction of subcutaneous fat


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

ANS: B
The nail changes are the result of decreased peripheral circulation. Checking for the strength of pedal pulses can add extra information related to circulation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Age-related fragility of the capillary walls allows bruises to develop with the mildest injury.


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