Author Question: Which is a true statement about skin care for older adults? a. A licensed practical nurse is ... (Read 59 times)

meagbuch · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which is a true statement about skin care for older adults?

a. A licensed practical nurse is qualified to care for the feet of a diabetic patient.
b. Onychomycosis is eradicated quickly with antifungal creams or powders.
c. A ram's-horn nail should be cut to give a smooth, rounded edge.
d. The soles of the feet should be massaged with firm circular motions.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about the role of grandparents?

a. The usefulness of grandparents declined with the advent of the industrial age.
b. Today, many grandparents are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren.
c. The value of grandparents is to provide gifts to younger family members.
d. Traditionally, parents are subordinate to the grandparents in caregiving.

kswal303 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

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A Incorrect. Diabetic foot care should be performed only by a registered nurse with special training, a nurse practitioner, or a podiatrist.
B Incorrect. Treatment of onychomycosis is very difficult because of the limited blood supply to the nails. Oral medications are expensive and toxic.
C Incorrect. A toenail should be cut flat across. Rounding can lead to ingrown toenails.
D Correct. Massage of the sole should be done with firm pressure, modulated to the pressure sensitivity of the patient, to avoid tickling.

Answer to Question 2

B
Grandparents have always had an important role to play and have become more important than ever in recent decades. An increasing number of parents have been unable to provide necessary care for their children as a result of personal problems; often, grandparents fill the gaps. Grand-parents provide continuity, family tradition, and accumulated wisdom. Parents are still expected to be the primary caregivers.