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bobbysung

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Which of the following over-the-counter skin preparations should the nurse instruct the elderly to use with caution?
 
  A) superfatted soaps
  B) emollients that keep the skin moist
  C) steroid-based ointments and creams
  D) sunblock

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for an older patient with stomatitis caused by chemotherapy medication. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse identify for this patient?
 
  1. Impaired Dentition
  2. Fluid Volume Deficit
  3. Altered Physical Mobility
  4. Impaired Oral Mucous Membranes


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

C

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Impaired Dentition would relate to the patient who has some or all teeth missing.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
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