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A nurse works in a gerontologic clinic. What action by the nurse takes highest priority?
 
  a. Serving as a patient advocate
  b. Educating patients about diseases
  c. Helping patients remain independent
  d. Referring patients to home health care

Question 2

The nurse working with older adults understands what information about certification in gerontologic nursing?
 
  a. It is mandatory for those in long-term care settings.
  b. It is voluntary and shows clinical expertise in an area.
  c. It allows nurses to be paid by third-party payers.
  d. It allows nurses to advance their careers in a job.



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Answer to Question 1

C
One of the challenges and priorities of the gerontologic nurse is helping patients maintain their independence.

Answer to Question 2

B
Certification is voluntary and shows that a nurse has additional knowledge and expertise in a certain area of practice. It is not mandatory in specific care settings. It does not allow for third-party reimbursement. It may be part of a career ladder program, but that is not true of all work settings.



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