Author Question: Which of the following is not part of the teaching plan for an older adult who has type 2 diabetes ... (Read 85 times)

big1devin · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which of the following is not part of the teaching plan for an older adult who has type 2 diabetes mellitus?

a. Need for regular eye examinations
b. Care of feet
c. Recognition of signs and symptoms of infection
d. Limitation of activity

Question 2

Mary Marcino, 78 years old, lives alone and has been active as a volunteer at the local children's hospital. She was brought to the emergency department because she was confused at home and fell down a flight of stairs.

After her initial physical examination, the health history revealed that she was taking a double dose of her diuretic and sleeping pills. Which of the following possibly caused Mrs. Marcino to make such a serious mistake in her medication regimen?
a. Decreased cognitive ability
b. Number of different medications and the complexity of the medication regimen
c. Generic labeling
d. Poor physical health

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

Answer to Question 1

D
An older adult who has type 2 diabetes should have a regular exercise and diet plan. Activity is not limited because of a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. Responses A, B, and C are appropriate topics for a teaching plan.

Answer to Question 2

B
The number of medications and the complexity of the medication regimen have a direct correlation with increased adverse drug reactions and emergency department visits by older adults. Responses A, C, and D all are possible contributing factors to medication error, but they are not supported by the case presentation.