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The physician tells his 81 year old male patient that his health has deteriorated due to the exogenous sources of free radicals to which he has exposed himself for many years. To what is the physician most likely referring?
 
  a) the ozone layer
   b) the patient's cigarette smoking
   c) the patient's alcohol consumption
   d) radiation from the patient's microwave

Question 2

The nurse is determining an older patient's ability to provide consent for a surgical procedure. Which criteria must be met?
 
  1. Acknowledge reasonable treatment options available.
  2. Verbalize the decision to undergo the surgical procedure.
  3. Understand that antibiotics may be administered after the procedure.
  4. Voice knowledge of the medications that will be utilized for anesthesia.


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

B

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The patient must be able to make his or her understanding about the procedure known to the healthcare team.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Excellent

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