Answer to Question 1
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Caring for an elderly postoperative client, the nurse should allow rest periods between activities, avoid using the client's first name, not mistake slow activity for confusion, and maintain eye contact and full attention.
Answer to Question 2
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To reduce the risk for arteriosclerosis, the nurse should instruct the client to stop smoking. The diet should be limited to less than 30 of fat. Exercise should be encouraged. Prescription medications are often prescribed for clients with symptoms of arteriosclerosis.