The administrator at a skilled nursing facility is concerned ...

[cagreen833]

The administrator at a skilled nursing facility is concerned about registered nursing vacancies in the organization. If these positions remain vacant, what could be the consequences? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Higher risk of pneumonia
  2. Increased risk of aspiration
  3. Reduction in pressure ulcers
  4. Higher risk of patient deaths
  5. Inadequate nutritional intake

Question 2

A nursing student is preparing a program for her peers covering health concerns for seniors. When planning the program, which of the following statements should be included in the presentation?
 
  A) The rate of heart disease death for senior citizens is demonstrating an increase in rate.
  B) Heart disease is the leading cause of death for senior citizens.
  C) Cancer is the leading cause of death in the senior citizen population.
  D) Decreases have been shown in the rate of Alzheimer's disease.

[Zebsrer]

Answer to Question 1

1,2,4,5
Rationale: Inadequate nurse staffing could lead to pneumonia because of aspiration during mealtimes.

Answer to Question 2

B

[cagreen833]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[triiciiaa]

Excellent