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It has been determined that nonpharmacological approaches will be used to help an older patient manage pain. What should the nurse explain as the reasons for using these approaches? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Nonpharmacological approaches can alleviate the pain.
  2. Nonpharmacological approaches can delay the need for medication.
  3. Nonpharmacological approaches can prevent the need for medication.
  4. Nonpharmacological approaches can complement current medication therapy.
  5. Nonpharmacological approaches do not cost the patient anything to use or implement.

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In the nursing home setting, who has the ultimate responsibility for the quality of care that is provided to the residents?
 
  a. the assistant director of nursing
  b. the charge nurse on day shift
  c. the UAP
  d. the director of nursing



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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,4
Rationale: Nonpharmacological treatments can alleviate the health condition.

Answer to Question 2

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