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ts19998

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Which statements would indicate the frail older clients are more at risk for poor treatment outcomes than
 
  younger clients? Select all that apply.
 
  A) diagnoses of vague symptoms and problems
  B) nosocomial infections
  C) assessment of the effects of acute illness on diagnosed chronic illnesses
  D) iatrogenesis of therapeutic interventions

Question 2

An 86-year-old client is admitted to the emergency department from a long-term facility. The client has Alzheimer's disease, a history of falls with injury, atrial fibrillation, and a fever of unknown origin.
 
  The chest x-ray reveals a possible area of consolidation in the right lower lobe. The client is restless, irritable, and agitated. For best practice, prioritize the actions the nurse would take. (Prioritize sequence.)
  1. review drugs and doses
  2. serve as client advocate
  3. communicate with long-term facility
  4. assess for comfort and safety
  5. investigate vague signs and symptoms



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onowka

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Answer to Question 1

B, D

Answer to Question 2

4, 5, 3, 1, 2




ts19998

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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