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ENagel

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A new nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a patient with PD. The nurse should note which one of the following actions related to PD that is observed during the assessment?
 
  a. Tremors during sleep c. Frequent blinking
  b. Cogwheel rigidity d. Fast movements

Question 2

Which statements are true about aging and the brain? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Most areas of the brain do not lose brain cells.
  b. Memory decline is inevitable as people age.
  c. Basic intelligence remains unchanged with age.
  d. The brain does not continue to make new brain cells.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Patients with PD display slow movement, infrequent blinking, masked facies, and cogwheel ri-gidity. Patients with PD exhibit tremors at rest in their hands, arms, legs, feet, and jaw.

Answer to Question 2

A, C
Most areas of the brain do not lose brain cells. Although older adults may lose some nerve con-nections, it can be part of the reshaping of the brain that comes with experience. Basic intelli-gence remains unchanged with age, and older adults should be provided with opportunities for continued learning. Many people reach older age and have no memory problems. Participation in physical exercise, stimulating mental activity, socialization, health diet, and stress management help brain health.


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ENagel

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
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