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urbanoutfitters

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In a busy clinical setting, which element of the holistic model of gerontological care is most in danger of being overlooked?
 
  A) Gratification
  B) Risk reduction
  C) Comfort
  D) Physiological balance

Question 2

A nurse has admitted a 79-year-old female patient to the unit from the emergency department following a fall. The nurse notes that the patient displays kyphosis. A diagnosis of osteoporosis is confirmed in the patient's medical history.
 
  Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering to the patient? (Select all that apply.) A) Calcium supplements
  B) Calcitonin
  C) Vitamin D supplements
  D) Antibiotics
  E) Estrogen
  F) Thyroid hormone



skipfourms123

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Answer to Question 1

A
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Optimal health of older adults rests on the degree to which the needs for physiological balance, connection, and gratification are satisfied. There is the risk in busy clinical settings that the less tangible needs of gratification and connection can be overlooked.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, E
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Calcium, calcitonin, vitamin D, and estrogen are all commonly used in the treatment of osteoporosis. Antibiotics and thyroid hormone are less likely to be directly related to the diagnosis.



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