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RRMR · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

During a home visit an older patient demonstrates signs of hypoglycemia. For which situations should the nurse assess the patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. An illness
2. Lack of sleep
3. Missing a meal
4. Unplanned exercise
5. Too much medication

Question 2

An older client is prescribed the medication alendronate (Fosamax). Instructions to the client should include

A) taking the medication along with a calcium supplement at the same time.
B) taking the medication with breakfast.
C) remaining upright for 30 minutes after taking the medication.
D) taking the medication with 8 ounces of milk.

ndhahbi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Hypoglycemia can be caused by the onset of an illness that alters the patient's metabolic needs.

Answer to Question 2

C