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DelorasTo

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An older patient with asthma is prescribed an inhaler. What health problem will the nurse suspect impacts the patient's ability to comply with this prescribed treatment?
 
  A) Severe arthritis
  B) Type 2 diabetes
  C) Macular degeneration
  D) Ventricular tachycardia

Question 2

Which of the following patient histories is most likely for a person older than 65 years of age?
 
  A) In the last year, Patient F has been treated for a skin rash, a sprained ankle, and influenza
  B) Patient G takes medications daily for arthritis pain relief and reduction of blood pressure levels
  C) Patient H complains of chronic fatigue, stress-related allergies, and acid reflux after meals
  D) Patient I has been to the emergency room three times in the past year for ear infections and allergy attacks



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Answer to Question 1

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The patient is required to manipulate the inhaler, coordinating the spray with inhaling, which can be affected by severe arthritis in the hands. Diabetes would not impact the patient's ability to comply with this treatment. Macular degeneration might impact the patient's ability to comply with this treatment but arthritis would be a greater influence. Ventricular tachycardia would not impact the patient's ability to comply with the prescribed treatment.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Arthritis and heart conditions are among the most common chronic conditions of the elderly. Daily medications to reduce arthritis pain and decrease blood pressure are common. The other histories are more likely for younger patients.



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