Author Question: The researcher role in restorative care is one that is new for most LPNs. The LPN's role in research ... (Read 48 times)

hubes95 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The researcher role in restorative care is one that is new for most LPNs. The LPN's role in research includes all of the following behaviors except

a. Designing the research methodology for the project
b. Gathering data under the direction of the registered nurse researcher
c. Interviewing older persons to determine if they qualify for the research project
d. Answering questions asked by the patient and family members

Question 2

What are the three most common chronic health conditions of older adults?

a. Diabetes mellitus, arthritis, influenza
b. Arthritis, heart disease, sensory changes
c. Arthritis, heart disease, diabetes mellitus
d. Diabetes mellitus, heart disease, pneumonia

abro1885 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The LPN involved in a restorative nursing research project works under the direction of the registered nurse. The RN serves as the principal investigator, which means designing the research, writing a proposal for funding, and ensuring the integrity of the research being done. The LPN is qualified to do items B, C, and D, assuming that the RN has properly instructed the LPN.

Answer to Question 2

B
Arthritis, heart disease, and sensory changes are the three most common chronic diseases of older adults. Diabetes mellitus (responses A, C, and D) is a chronic disease of older people, but not one of the most common. Influenza (response A) and pneumonia (response D) are acute illnesses that are serious for older adults because they are life-threatening when superimposed over a chronic disease process.