Which of the following is not part of the teaching plan for an ...

[big1devin]

Which of the following is not part of the teaching plan for an older adult who has type 2 diabetes mellitus?
 
  a. Need for regular eye examinations
  b. Care of feet
  c. Recognition of signs and symptoms of infection
  d. Limitation of activity

Question 2

Mary Marcino, 78 years old, lives alone and has been active as a volunteer at the local children's hospital. She was brought to the emergency department because she was confused at home and fell down a flight of stairs.
 
  After her initial physical examination, the health history revealed that she was taking a double dose of her diuretic and sleeping pills. Which of the following possibly caused Mrs. Marcino to make such a serious mistake in her medication regimen?
  a. Decreased cognitive ability
  b. Number of different medications and the complexity of the medication regimen
  c. Generic labeling
  d. Poor physical health

[quynhmickitran]

Answer to Question 1

D
An older adult who has type 2 diabetes should have a regular exercise and diet plan. Activity is not limited because of a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. Responses A, B, and C are appropriate topics for a teaching plan.

Answer to Question 2

B
The number of medications and the complexity of the medication regimen have a direct correlation with increased adverse drug reactions and emergency department visits by older adults. Responses A, C, and D all are possible contributing factors to medication error, but they are not supported by the case presentation.

[big1devin]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[FergA]

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