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jwb375

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An older adult client develops vision deficits. The home health nurse teaches the client to:
 
  1. add more lights in the home because using extension cords is okay.
  2. practice not being able to see, since it won't get any better.
  3. place grab bars in the shower.
  4. ensure that there are no loose cords, clutter or rugs to slip on.

Question 2

A patient has an elevated acid phosphatase. The nurse realizes this patient most likely has:
 
  a. diabetes c. nephrotic syndrome
  b. acute myocardial infarction d. metastatic prostate cancer


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4

Answer to Question 2

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An elevated PSA level is seen in prostate disease. An elevated fasting blood glucose level or hemoglobin A1c level is associated with diabetes. An elevated ESR level is seen in nephrotic syndrome. An elevated MB-CPK or troponin levels are seen in patients with an acute myocardial infarction.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 22, 2018
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