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Chloeellawright

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A 47-year-old patient with hypothyroidism is being given discharge instructions that should include
 
  a. taking his medication whenever symptoms cause discomfort.
  b. decreasing fluid and fiber intake.
  c. consuming foods rich in iron.
  d. seeing his physician regularly for follow-up care.

Question 2

The family of an older patient is concerned because the patient at times complains of pain but at other times does not. The family does not know what to believe. What can the nurse explain to the family about aging and pain perception?
 
  A) Older adults become progressively more sensitive to pain..
  B) The only pain to be concerned about is pain that lasts longer than 3 months..
  C) Older people have been shown to be less sensitive to pain than younger people..
  D) It's actually not clear in the research what happens to people's perception of pain as they age..


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

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Regular checkups are essential, because drug dosage may have to be adjusted from time to time.

Answer to Question 2

D
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The role of age in pain perception is unclear. Since research is inconclusive concerning the role of aging on pain perception and tolerance, the nurse must assess and understand each patient's unique pain experience. It is not known if older patients become more sensitive or insensitive to pain. All pain needs to be assessed and addressed and not just pain that lasts longer than 3 months.


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Chloeellawright

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


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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