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waynest

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Care of pressure ulcers should include all of the following except
 
  a. Frequent change of position
  b. Daily bath
  c. Adequate nutrition
  d. Use of gel-filled mattresses

Question 2

Achieving gerotranscendence allows for an older person to
 
  a. Live life without regret and die well
  b. Reach a state of wealth and superfluous social interaction
  c. Withdraw and disengage from life's many hardships
  d. Become more involved with the self rather than others


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

B
Older adults do not need daily baths. Excessive bathing and rubbing while drying can damage the skin.

Answer to Question 2

A
Gerotranscendence allows an older person to have no regrets and die well. Responses B, C, and D, all incorrect, are in opposition of gerotranscendence.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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