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dbose

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The home care nurse is speaking to senior citizens about home care in the community. Which of the following accurately describe the advantages and disadvantages of home care? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Home care is more expensive than hospital care.
  B) Continuous care from hospital to home is provided.
  C) Home care agencies can provide hospice care.
  D) Clients and families experience more emotional strain with home care.
  E) Many people are more comfortable in their homes surrounded by loved ones.
  F) Surroundings and foods are more familiar and comfortable in the home.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for clients with neurologic deficits. Which of the following would the nurse describe as the most common complaint of these clients?
 
  A) Cephalgia
  B) Back pain
  C) Gastrointestinal disorders
  D) Respiratory distress



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Answer to Question 1

B, C, E, F
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The advantages of home care include the following: Home care is less expensive than hospital or nursing-home care. Nurses, support personnel, and primary caregivers can provide continuous care from hospital to home and until the client's recovery or death. Many people are more comfortable receiving care in their own home, surrounded by loved ones, friends, and pets. The surroundings and foods are familiar and comfortable. Many clients prefer to die at home. Home care agencies often provide hospice care and clients and families experience less emotional strain at home because they avoid separation.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Cephalgia (headache) is one of the most common symptoms of a neurologic disorder. It is also associated with many other diseases and disorders. Headache is not a disease in itself, but rather it is a symptom of an underlying disorder.



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