« previous next »

Author Question: Which assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect that an older adult patient is the victim ... (Read 156 times)

EAugust

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 550
on: Jun 25, 2018
Which assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect that an older adult patient is the victim of financial abuse?
 
  1) Weight loss
  2) Dehydration
  3) Disconnected utilities
  4) Disappearance of personal belongings

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an assessment for an older adult patient in the home. Which finding would cause the nurse to suspect neglect?
 
  1) Oral ecchymosis
  2) Matted hair
  3) Cigarette burns on the soles of the feet
  4) Abdominal bruising


momtoalll

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 326
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.

Did you know?

Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.

Did you know?

The newest statin drug, rosuvastatin, has been called a superstatin because it appears to reduce LDL cholesterol to a greater degree than the other approved statin drugs.

Did you know?

Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.

Did you know?

Amphetamine poisoning can cause intravascular coagulation, circulatory collapse, rhabdomyolysis, ischemic colitis, acute psychosis, hyperthermia, respiratory distress syndrome, and pericarditis.

NUrse :0 NUrse :0
The nurse is using Standard Precautions to draw blood. The nurse is using Standard Precautions to draw blood.
Body fluid compartments of an adult. Body fluid compartments of an adult.
Example of problem focused patient Example of problem focused patient
Inspecting a patient’s ear during a physical examination. Inspecting a patient’s ear during a physical examination.
Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly
Video: Chemical Messengers Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library