Author Question: The nurse is facilitating a health promotion class at a senior center. Which statement made by a ... (Read 62 times)

leo leo · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is facilitating a health promotion class at a senior center. Which statement made by a participant should be corrected by the nurse?

A) My wife and I both get our flu shots each fall..
B) I'm vigilant about staying away from anyone who has a cold or flu..
C) I use a puffer regularly to prevent any problems with my breathing in the future..
D) I've found that doing deep breathing exercises helps relax me and expand my lungs..

Question 2

What is the responsibility of the nurse regarding informed consent?

a. Explain the surgical options.
b. Explain the operative risks.
c. Obtain the patient's signature.
d. Check form for appropriate signatures.

wilsonbho · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Older persons should be advised against treating respiratory problems themselves. Many over-the-counter cold and cough remedies can have serious effects in older adults and can interact with other medications being taken. These drugs also can mask symptoms of serious problems, thereby delaying diagnosis and treatment. Older adults should know that a cold lasting more than 1 week may not be a cold at all, but something more serious that requires medical attention. Getting influenza and pneumonia vaccinations as well as performing deep breathing exercises are valid health promotion activities. Avoiding others with a cold or the flu is a good disease prevention strategy and should be reinforced by the nurse.

Answer to Question 2

C
A witness is only verifying that this is the person who signed the consent and that it was a voluntary consent. The witness (often a nurse) is not verifying that the patient understands the procedure.