An older adult presents with symptoms of delirium. The family ...

[folubunmi]

An older adult presents with symptoms of delirium. The family says, Everything was fine until yesterday. The most important assessment information to gather is
 
  a. a list of medications the patient currently takes.
  b. whether or not the patient has experienced any recent losses.
  c. whether or not the patient has ingested aged or fermented foods.
  d. the patient's recent personality characteristics and changes.

Question 2

A patient asks, How does Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) work? Select the nurse's best response.
 
  a. The goal of AA is for members to learn controlled drinking with the support of a higher power.
  b. An individual is supported by peers while striving for abstinence one day at a time.
  c. You must make a commitment to permanently abstain from alcohol and other drugs.
  d. You will be given a sponsor who will plan your treatment program.

[Athena23]

Answer to Question 1

A
Delirium is often the result of medication interactions or toxicity. The distracters relate to monoamine oxidase inhibitor therapy and pseudodementia.

Answer to Question 2

B
Admitting to being an alcoholic, making an attempt to remain alcohol-free for a day at a time, and receiving support from peers are basic aspects of AA. The other options are incorrect.