Author Question: A new patient is not satisfied with the conditions of the nursing home, takes a highly active role ... (Read 160 times)

tfester · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A new patient is not satisfied with the conditions of the nursing home, takes a highly active role in her health care, and, because of her ability to access information, has as much knowledge as her health care providers on some health issues.

This new patient is most likely: A) A young-old female baby boomer who just turned age 65
B) An old woman 75 to 85 years of age
C) An old-old woman over age 85
D) An elite old woman older than 100 years

Question 2

During a home visit, the nurse notes that an older patient has increased joint pain and shortness of breath since moving in with her daughter 6 months ago. What could be contributing to this patient's complaints?

A) Age-related changes
B) Increase in pulmonary disease
C) Family assistance limiting her mobility
D) Increase in arthritic changes to the joints

af · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The patient has the predicted characteristics of a baby boomer entering the senior years.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Immobility is a major threat to pulmonary and joint health. Well-meaning families can sometimes limit activity rather than promote it, which can contribute to her complaints. An increase in joint pain and shortness of breath are not considered age-related changes. There is not enough information to determine that the patient has pulmonary disease or arthritic changes in the joints.