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imanialler

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Which interventions should the nurse suggest an older patient use to reduce safety issues in the home? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Use lampshades to prevent glare.
  2. Recommend designed rug patterns.
  3. Increase lighting in high-traffic areas.
  4. Add extra lighting in areas that are dark.
  5. Paint the edges of stairs to identify steps.

Question 2

Which of the following statements describing dental care for the elderly population is correct?
 
  A) Losing one's teeth is considered a normal part of the aging process.
  B) Clients who are edentulous no longer need to see dentists for regular checkups.
  C) Regular dental examinations can prevent tooth loss and correct bite misalignments, thus improving the elderly client's ability to chew healthful foods.
  D) Oral malignancies seldom occur during the elder years so oral examinations are of low priority.



mammy1697

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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: One intervention to improve safety issues in the home is to use lampshades to prevent glare.

Answer to Question 2

C



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