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fahad

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on: Jul 23, 2018
During a community screening, the nurse informs a 50-year-old African American client about the frequency of eye examinations. It is recommended that individuals in this age-group have eye examinations:
 
  1. Every 3 to 4 months
  2. Every 6 months
  3. Every 1 to 2 years
  4. Every 4 years

Question 2

Which of the following clients have an increased risk for the development of a pressure ulcer? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. A 35-year-old motorcycle accident victim who has been comatose for 5 months
  2. A 75-year-old client with type 2 diabetes with neuropathy in his feet
  3. A 64-year-old client experiencing anorexia after hip replacement surgery
  4. A 70-year-old client diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's disease
  5. A 40-year-old client with osteoarthritis who has been in bed with the flu
  6. A 25-year-old client in the terminal stages of brain cancer


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helenmarkerine

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Thank you soo much

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Any client experiencing decreased mobility, decreased sensory perception, fecal or urinary incon-tinence, and/or poor nutrition is at risk for pressure ulcer development. The only option that does not represent one of the risk factors is the client dealing with the flu.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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