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cagreen833

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The family of a patient who has type 2 diabetes calls the clinic to report a very small sore on the patient's foot. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Have the patient come to the clinic today.
  b. Have the family wash and bandage it.
  c. Tell the patient to check for a fever.
  d. Have the patient go to the emergency room.

Question 2

To best identify a risk for injury in an older adult patient, the nurse assesses for
 
  a. decreased muscle mass in the legs.
  b. history of falls.
  c. hyperextension of the spine.
  d. decreased bone density.



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Answer to Question 1

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Any ulcer or sore on a foot requires medical attention because on superficial inspection, the true degree of injury can be hidden. The patient should come to the clinic today. The family should not attempt to care for the wound and the patient does not need to take a temperature before coming in. The patient does not need to go to the emergency department at this time.

Answer to Question 2

B
Musculoskeletal aging changes increase the risk for falls in older adults. Approximately one third of those age 65 or older have falls each year. About 2 of this group is hospitalized as a result of injuries incurred during the fall. The other assessments are appropriate, but a history of falls is most predictive.




cagreen833

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


Chelseyj.hasty

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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