An older patient who just celebrated an 85th birthday comes into ...

[tsand2]

An older patient who just celebrated an 85th birthday comes into the emergency department with a fractured arm and bruises over the chest and back. The nurse suspects the patient is a victim of physical abuse.
 
  Which individuals will the nurse specifically assess the patient as being the abuser? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Spouse
  2. Nephew
  3. Granddaughter
  4. Next door neighbor
  5. Adult daughter caregiver

Question 2

The client reports difficulty sleeping over the past few weeks and is interested in herbal remedies.
 
  During the data collection, the client voices a belief that the sleeplessness is due in part to recent problems with hay fever and nasal congestion interfering with drifting off at night. Which of the following natural remedies should be avoided by the client?
  A) A glass of warm milk
  B) A small turkey sandwich
  C) A cup of chamomile tea
  D) Lemon balm

[vkodali]

Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,5
Rationale: Spouses account for 11.3 of abuse cases.

Answer to Question 2

C

[tsand2]

Great answer, keep it coming

[komodo7]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it