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nummyann

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A nurse caring for older adults must be aware of which consequences of ageism in language? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Reduced sense of self c. Lowered self-esteem
  b. Poor nutritional in-take d. Decreased memory performance

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The nurse prepares an older male adult who has osteoarthritis (OA) for discharge. Which instruction does the nurse include in patient teaching to maintain safety for this man?
 
  a. Take ibuprofen (Motrin) rather than opioid analgesics.
  b. Increase rest periods to slow disease progression.
  c. Report joint instability to the health care provider.
  d. Avoid stretching the affected joint during exercise.



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Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
Some health professionals demonstrate ageism, in part because providers tend to see many frail, older persons, and fewer of those who are healthy and active. Consequences of ageism have been identified as a reduced sense of self, lowered self-esteem, lowered sense of self-competence, and decreased memory performance. Poor nutritional intake has not been identified as a consequence.

Answer to Question 2

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A Incorrect. Although ibuprofen is much less likely to cause dizziness, hypoten-sion, or sedation, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents such as ibuprofen are poor analgesic choices for older adults because they can aggravate hypertension and impair renal blood flow.
B Incorrect. The nurse avoids recommending increased rest because rest contri-butes to stiffness.
C Correct. As OA progresses, the joint deteriorates and can become unstable, and thereby increases the risk of falls. The joint stability will not improve without physical therapy or surgery, so the patient needs to report it to the health care provider.
D Incorrect. Stretching is a very important form of exercise for older adults with OA because it helps to maintain joint flexibility and range of motion.




nummyann

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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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