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dmcintosh

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A home health nurse should observe the client and his or her caregiver's interactions looking for indications of isolation, threats, or fear. These might indicate
 
  1. Financial abuse.
  2. Neglect.
  3. Physical abuse.
  4. Psychological abuse.

Question 2

Tim Carson is a home health nurse. Today Tim is providing care for Mr. George Gray, who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Mr. Gray lives with his son and daughter-in-law.
 
  Which of the following assessment findings might make Tim concerned that Mr. Gray is at risk for elder abuse?
  1. Mr. Gray has been an alcoholic but no longer drinks because he cannot purchase liquor.
  2. Mr. Gray has a great deal of money and real estate holdings.
  3. Mr. Gray's daughter-in-law appears overconcerned with maintaining his mental status at a high level.
  4. Mr. Gray's daughter-in-law reported that she was very stressed in trying to care for her father-in-law while maintaining her career.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4



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