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Mrs. Marks has just been discharged from the hospital after having a cerebrovascular accident. You are interviewing her on admission to your assisted living facility.
 
  Questions of significant concern in the initial assessment would include all of the following except
  a. Ability to hold objects
  b. Frequency of colds
  c. Difficulty with vision or hearing
  d. Assistive devices needed

Question 2

Laura Adamson, 82 years old, was admitted to the hospital emergency department for an apparent overdose of medications.
 
  After interviewing her, you find that she does not have a good system in her home for reminding her that she has already taken her medications. Which of the following would be the most desirable method to remind Mrs. Adamson that she has taken her medication?
  a. Suggest a medication box
  b. Instruct her to turn the medication bottle upside down after she has taken her medications
  c. Suggest color coding the medication bottles
  d. Suggest that she mark a checklist or calendar



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Answer to Question 1

B
In this initial interview, you are focusing on Mrs. Marks' immediate needs and assessing her ability to function within your environment safely. There will be plenty of time for a more thorough assessment later.

Answer to Question 2

A
Medication boxes have slots for different days and times. When the medication is gone from the slot, Mrs. Adamson would know that she had taken it. Turning the bottle upside down (response B) would work if she remembered to turn it right side up again before bedtime or the first thing in the morning. If she did not, she may start missing doses because she thought she had already taken her medications. Color coding (response C) might assist with vision problems but would not assist with remembering to take medications. Checklists and calendar marking (response D) are a good ideaif the older adult remembers to mark the checklist and calendar.



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