Answer to Question 1
A
The older adult client may take smaller steps, keeping the feet closer together, which decreases the base of support. Thus body balance is unstable, and the older adult is at greater risk for falls and injuries.
This tendency may not necessarily result in less stress on the client's knees, hips, and ankles.
This tendency may not necessarily decrease the amount of energy the client expends on move-ment.
This tendency may not necessarily allow for mobility in spite of the effects of aging on the cli-ent's joints.
Answer to Question 2
C
In this situation, the physician needs to provide further clarification. Informed consent is a deci-sion based on accurate and complete information.
Obtaining client consent is not a nursing responsibility.
The nurse's responsibility is only to explain the nature of the treatment or procedure so that to ensure that the client fully understands it.
Recording the client's questions on the consent form is incorrect. If the client has questions, the physician needs to provide further clarification before the client can consent.
The pubic symphysis of the pelvis is useful for estimating age in the adult skeleton.
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Standards
(A) Unwrap each of the layers until the client is covered by just the plastic sheet and the towels ...
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