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go.lag

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on: Jul 11, 2018
How often should a 75-year-old have a visual screening?
 
  a. Every 6 months
  b. Every 12 months
  c. Every 2 years
  d. On an as needed basis

Question 2

What would be the most important suggestion for the nurse to give her 75-year-old patient in an attempt to prevent a potential drug interaction?
 
  a. Seek medical care from only one physician.
  b. Read up on all drugs that are prescribed.
  c. Keep a list of drugs that he is currently taking.
  d. Use only one pharmacy to fill prescriptions.


AmberC1996

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

ANS: B
Annual examinations for vision to check for glaucoma are recommended.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Keeping a current drug list as a quick reference for any licensed professional to review before prescribing medication is one method to prevent possible drug-drug interactions.


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