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on: Jul 11, 2018
The home health nurse is caring for an 85-year-old patient with conservative economic values. What does the nurse expect from the older adult?
 
  a. Using credit cards rather than cash
  b. Hoarding old prescription drugs for later use
  c. Seeking the care of a physician frequently
  d. Seeking to qualify for food stamps

Question 2

A terminally ill Roman Catholic patient asks the nurse to place spiritual objects near her bed. What would the nurse place at the bedside?
 
  a. Koran and prayer mat
  b. Rosary and vial of holy water
  c. Torah and prayer shawl
  d. Bible and whole kernels of corn


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

ANS: B
Older adults are savers and avoid outlay of money until it is absolutely necessary. They are prone to hoard drugs, delay medical care, and avoid debt of any type.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The rosary and holy water are significant religious items for the Roman Catholic.


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