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Yi-Chen

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on: Jul 19, 2018
The federal act that establishes the standards of care for older adults is known as the Omnibus Budget ______________ Act.
 
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In the elderly, administering medication is a great concern for the nurse since these patients are more prone to side effects.
 
  The primary cause of this is:
  A.
  Altered circulation and renal function
  B.
  Accelerated gastrointestinal system
  C.
  Enlarged Lymph nodes
  D.
  Musculoskeletal system weakness


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Kdiggy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Reconciliation
The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) ensures that proper assessment of elderly people will be provided in the health care facility and in the home.

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ANS: A
LPNs/LVNs are accountable for medications administered to their patients. It is important to know the side effects of all medications distributed. Document and report any signs of toxicity. The elderly are more likely to have side effects when there is altered metabolism through the kidneys and liver as well as altered circulatory function.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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