In the review of an elderly client's chart, the nurse reads that ...

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In the review of an elderly client's chart, the nurse reads that the client has sarcopenia. What will the nurse expect to find the client reporting?
 
  1. Weight loss and nausea
  2. Hair loss and thin skin
  3. Bleeding and bruising tendencies
  4. Lack of strength and tiring easily

Question 2

A nurse is presenting a health education program to a group of older adults at a senior citizens center. Considering the physiological changes of this age group, how should the temperature of the room be set?
 
  1. It should be set at a temperature that is comfortable for the nurse.
  2. It should be set cooler than what is comfortable for the nurse.
  3. It should be set warmer than the nurse's preference.
  4. Temperature of the room is not one of the nurse's concerns.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Sarcopenia is not generally related to weight loss or nausea.
Rationale 2: Alopecia is loss of hair.
Rationale 3: Thrombocytopenia may cause bleeding and bruising.
Rationale 4: Sarcopenia is defined as a steady decrease in muscle fibers, a normal physiological change of aging. The age-related mechanism appears to be related to denervation of the muscle and causes elders to often complain about their lack of strength and how quickly they tire.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Because elderly persons have a loss of subcutaneous fat, their tolerance of cold is decreased and they would not be comfortable in a temperature suited to a younger individual.
Rationale 2: Because elderly persons have a loss of subcutaneous fat, their tolerance of cold is decreased and they typically do not enjoy cooler temperatures.
Rationale 3: Because elderly persons have a loss of subcutaneous fat, their tolerance of cold is decreased and they typically enjoy warmer temperatures.
Rationale 4: If the environment is not comfortable to the audience, they will be distracted and not be able to focus or concentrate on the presentation and any information the nurse shares.