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EAugust

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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

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2


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