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joesmith1212 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is going to educate an older patient newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on how to test serum glucose levels appropriately. The nurse shows an understanding of the adaptation of teaching techniques for this age group by

a. providing both written and verbal instruc-tions on the skill.
b. asking the patient if he has any hearing or vision deficits.
c. restating the important points several times.
d. asking the patient to describe the proper technique in his own words.

Question 2

The nurse who volunteers at a community center for older people refers which people to the Supplemental Security Income office? (Select all that apply.)

a. Disabled persons
b. Those who are visually impaired
c. Deaf persons
d. Those with minimal income
e. Those who are cognitively impaired

daiying98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
This population often experiences sensory deficits that can affect their learning capacity. The other actions are also appropriate, but if the patient has sensory deficits, they must be addressed before teaching begins.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D
Individuals who are eligible for SSI include those who are very old, disabled, visually impaired, and have minimal income or assets. Being deaf or cognitively impaired are not criteria.