Answer to Question 1
1
Rationale: This comment indicates the client is considering a world without him, and might be planning suicide. It is important for the nurse to question the client directly by asking if he is considering killing or hurting himself. Leaving a note for the physician would delay assessment of the client, and could have a negative outcome if the client is in imminent danger. The family is not the best source of information. The nurse should question the client very specifically, and not ask for an interpretation of the comment.
Answer to Question 2
2,3,5
Rationale: As age increases, the pulse rate gradually decreases.