Which of following statements most accurately captures the role ...

[erika]

Which of following statements most accurately captures the role of chronic illness in the lives of older adults?
 
  A) Chronic illnesses constitute the leading cause of death for older adults.
  B) More older adults die from acute illnesses than from chronic diseases.
  C) While chronic diseases used to be the leading cause of death, this is no longer the case.
  D) While cancer rates have fallen, other chronic diseases remain a common cause of death.

Question 2

What should the nurse instruct an older patient with a history of chronic bronchitis to help reduce the manifestations of the disease? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Maintain high fluid intake
  B) Maintain a healthy body weight
  C) Encourage to consciously expectorate secretions
  D) Teach the importance of avoiding respiratory infections
  E) Take over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) regularly

[Sarahjh]

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Chronic illnesses constitute the leading cause of death for older adults, exceeding those attributed to acute illnesses. The presence of heart disease as a cause of death has decreased in recent years, while at the same time cancer has become more prevalent.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D
Feedback:
Older adults living with bronchitis may need encouragement to expectorate secretions and maintain adequate fluid intake. It is also important for these patients to avoid respiratory infections. NSAIDs are not used in the treatment of bronchitis and a healthy body weight is unlikely to directly affect the course of the health problem.

[erika]

Correct answers!

[Sarahjh]

Great! Please up vote