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EY67

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The nurse is counseling a 70-year-old patient regarding vaginal dryness. Which statement by the patient would indicate a need for further teaching?
 
  a. Vaseline was good enough for my mother. It's good enough for me.
  b. I use a water-soluble lubricant to aid intercourse.
  c. I'm trying an estrogen cream to see if it works.
  d. I'll let you know how wild yams work for vaginal dryness.

Question 2

What are benefits of dehydration for a person who is near death? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Better gas exchange because of reduction of fluid in the lungs
  b. Decreased need to suction because of reduction of respiratory secretions
  c. Improved bowel elimination because of reduced bulk in the stool
  d. Decreased pain related to release of endorphins
  e. Improved drug distribution via the circulating volume


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bigcheese9

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

ANS: A
Vaseline and petroleum products should be avoided because they do nothing for long-term dryness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
Bowel elimination and drug distribution are both reduced when the patient is dehydrated.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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