The nurse is instructing an older patient about medication ...

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The nurse is instructing an older patient about medication management. What information should the nurse include? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Obtain all of your medications from the same pharmacy.
  2. Request that medications be placed in childproof packages and caps.
  3. Develop a method for remembering if medications have been taken, such as moving it to a different place.
  4. Schedule medications at mealtimes or in conjunction with other specific activities unless contraindicated.
  5. Establish a routine for taking medications, such as preparing medication for each day in different containers.

Question 2

Which of the following persons are at highest risk for malnutrition as a result of hypermetabolism?
 
  A) a client who has dysphagia
  B) a client with osteoporosis
  C) a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  D) a client who is a vegetarian

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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Encouraging patients to obtain all of their medications from the same pharmacy will help the pharmacist to monitor medication use.

Answer to Question 2

C

[bobypop]

TYSM

[Jossy]

Excellent