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jlmhmf

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which treatment should the nurse prepare to provide to an older patient diagnosed with progressive dementia?
 
  1. None
  2. Vitamin E
  3. Estrogen therapy
  4. Gingko biloba extract

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The nurse is planning a teaching session regarding ulcers for the residents of an assisted living complex. Which of the concepts may be included in the presentation?
 
  A) Gastric ulcers are more common then duodenal ulcers.
  B) The individual having a peptic ulcer will most likely experience pain when empty.
  C) A colonoscopy is the most common test used to diagnose the presence of a gastric ulcer.
  D) The first sign of a peptic ulcer may be serious gastrointestinal bleeding.


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jessicaduplan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: There is no cure available at the present time for dementia. Treatments are directed at improving function and slowing the progression of the disease.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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:D TYSM

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