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Which older adult is at greatest risk for falls based on the medication profile? An older adult taking:
 
  a. psyllium daily as a bulk-forming laxative.
  b. calcium daily after hip replacement surgery.
  c. an over-the-counter sleep aid an average of once per week.
  d. an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor daily for mild hypertension.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic stress for the past month because of job loss and financial difficulties.
 
  When evaluating the patient's assessment findings, the nurse would anticipate finding an elevated antibody titer to which of the following?
  A) Herpes simplex viruses
  B) Herpes zoster viruses
  C) Acquired immune deficiency viruses
  D) Influenza viruses


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Many medications taken by geriatric patients can cause drowsiness, confusion, orthostatic hypotension, lack of coordination, or reduced sensation, which in turn can increase risk of falls. The patient taking antihypertensive medications daily is at risk for falls caused by orthostatic hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

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