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Awilson837

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TPN is necessary for some seriously ill older patients to provide nutrition; however, it may cause low blood levels of
 
  a. Calcium
  b. Phosphorus
  c. Vitamin B2
  d. Copper

Question 2

An abnormal skin change in older people that the nurse needs to be aware of is
 
  a. Skin folds under the breasts
  b. Senile keratosis or senile lentigines skin lesion
  c. Thinning scalp hair
  d. Pressure ulceration over a bony prominence



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Answer to Question 1

D
TPN is a cause of low blood levels of copper. Although TPN is necessary to provide nutrition for some seriously ill patients, it does not provide an adequate intake of all nutrients.

Answer to Question 2

D
Ulcerations of the skin are abnormal skin changes. Development of a pressure ulcer might be a sign of lack of activity or repositioning. Responses A, B, and C all are normal skin changes.



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