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viki

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A nurse is volunteering at a local retirement community. She is attempting to organize a walking program. A resident asks, Why should I exercise at my age? What is the best response by the nurse?
 
  A) Exercise has not been shown have any benefits for people over 80.
  B) Exercise can help reduce the negative effects of stress, which can impact your physical health.
  C) Exercise can help increase your blood pressure.
  D) You aren't too old to exercise.

Question 2

After completing an assessment, the nurse reviews the older patient's medications. Which medication may cause problems with sleep?
 
  1. Benadryl
  2. Ibuprofen
  3. Vitamin B
  4. Ferrous sulfate


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

B

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: Antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) should not be used for sleep because of their anticholinergic side effects and the potential to decrease respiratory drive.


viki

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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