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A nurse working with older adults recognizes that the patient at greatest risk for homelessness is the
 
  a. female with a psychiatric diagnosis.
  b. male with a chronic illness.
  c. female with a history of social isolation.
  d. male with an alcohol abuse issue.

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A nurse is trying to teach a hospitalized older patient how to self-inject insulin. The patient is restless and does not seem to be paying attention. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Ask if the patient needs to use the bathroom.
  b. Tell the patient you'll try again later in the day.
  c. Ask if the patient prefers that you teach the family.
  d. Refer the patient for home health care services.



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Answer to Question 1

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Women are increasing in numbers among the homeless older adult communities. Approximately 30 of homeless older adults have mental illness or dementia.

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According to Maslow, physical needs take priority over other activities. This patient may be hungry, cold, tired, or need to use the bathroom. Telling the patient you'll try again later, asking if you should teach the family, and referring to home health care does not provide for any unmet physical needs.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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