During an examination an older client is surprised to learn of a ...

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During an examination an older client is surprised to learn of a leg sore. For what reason might the client be unaware of the sore being present on the leg?
 
  1. Living alone makes it difficult to examine the legs.
  2. Pain perception is diminished in the elderly.
  3. The client does not bathe enough.
  4. The client did not know how to treat the wound.

Question 2

A client who is in the office for an annual assessment complains to the nurse that his eyes are very dry and itchy, which makes wearing contact lenses difficult. The nurse suspects that the client is experiencing a problem with:
 
  1. the iris of the eye.
  2. the lacrimal apparatus.
  3. the eye muscles.
  4. the eyelids.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. The client might have difficulty with inspection, but normally, pain would alert a client that there was a wound.
2. Older clients have a decreased pain perception and might not notice a small sore.
3. Bathing does not affect the client's ability to feel pain.
4. If the client did not know how to treat the wound, the client would seek help when the wound was discovered.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. The iris of the eye regulates the light that enters the eye by manipulating the pupils.
2. The lacrimal apparatus includes the tear ducts, which are responsible for lubricating the eye.
3. The eye muscles control movement of the eye.
4. The eyelids trap dust and debris as a protective mechanism.

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