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
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
Focus on Older Adults
Written materials can be helpful for the older adult.
Older participants remember more information than younger participants when material has emotional ...
Example of simplified note for one-time client.
Nursing Care Plan Process: Client with High Blood Lipid Levels