The nurse assesses an older postoperative client and determines constipation is an appropriate nursing diagnosis. A goal for this nursing diagnosis is
A) knowing the importance of hydration and activity in regard to constipation.
B) decreasing the frequency of pain medication.
C) evacuating a formed bowel movement at least every 2 days with minimal distress.
D) drinking at least 1,500 ml of noncaffeinated and nonalcoholic beverages each day.
Question 2
The aging eye shows all of the following changes except:
a. better ability to focus on near objects
b. decreased lens accommodation
c. decreased peripheral vision
d. presbyopia
These older adults are participating in an exercise class at their assisted-living facility
C, A nurse can also administer the medication by setting the dose and rate with an electronic infusi
Meta-analysis of 18 studies shows that aerobic exercise causes better performance in older adults on
Sample Exercise Program for Healthy Older Adults (cont.)
Etiology of Constipation
Patients Older than 60 Years of Age