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Anajune7

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A 63-year-old female client reports she has been experiencing problems with urinary incontinence. She reports her frustration about this normal part of aging. Which statement by the nurse will be most correct at this time?
 
  A) You are correct about aging and incontinence going hand and hand.
  B) Yes, there are physical changes associated with aging that may predispose you to incontinence, but they are not a normal part of aging.
  C) I understand you are frustrated about this occurrence.
  D) You may need to have surgery to manage this problem.

Question 2

An older patient with back pain is scheduled for computerized tomography (CT). What information should the nurse provide to the patient about this diagnostic test?
 
  1. Only clear liquids will be permitted the evening prior to the test.
  2. An IV will be inserted to administer the isotopes prior to the scan.
  3. Clicking noises will occur during the test and ear plugs can be worn.
  4. The machine will rotate and provide 180-degree imagery to aid in the diagnostic process.


diesoon

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

B

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: There are no dietary restrictions associated with a CT scan.


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