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jon_i

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A patient has been told he has cataracts in both eyes. The patient wants to know what his treatment options are.
 
  What is the most appropriate treatment option for patients with age-related cataracts that are affecting the patient's ability to function?
  A) Antioxidant supplements, vitamin C and E, beta-carotene, and selenium
  B) Eyeglasses or magnifying lenses
  C) Corticosteroid eye drops
  D) Surgical intervention

Question 2

The nurse who is providing care for an older adult patient who has dementia has read in the patient's chart that she has developed skin breakdown in her perineum as a result of urinary and fecal incontinence. The nurse knows to specifically assess:
 
  A) The skin in and around the woman's gluteal crease
  B) The woman's labia majora and labia minora
  C) The woman's urethral meatus and the adjacent mucus membranes
  D) The area between the woman's vagina and rectum


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tjayeee

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D


jon_i

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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