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brutforce

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After suffering a fall, an 81-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is being treated in the hospital. Which of the following measures should be implemented in an effort to support the patient's cognitive function?
 
  A) Maintain consistent, predictable routines whenever possible.
  B) Provide an engaging, high-stimulation environment.
  C) Establish clear consequences for aggressive behavior.
  D) Ensure that the patient has a different care provider each day.

Question 2

The nurse has cared for four patients with type 1 diabetes over the past few shifts. Based upon components of managing diabetes, which patient will likely have the greatest success in maintaining tight glucose control of his or her type 1 diabetes?
 
  A) A patient who skips breakfast when her morning glucose reading is greater than 220 mg/dL.
  B) A patient who never deviates from his prescribed dose of insulin.
  C) A patient who adheres to a meal plan and meal schedule.
  D) A patient who eliminates carbohydrates from her daily intake.


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

A

Answer to Question 2

C


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