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geodog55

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on: Jul 22, 2018
An older adult patient in a long-term care facility has visual and hearing losses. The nurse is alert to which of the following signs that represents the effects of sensory deprivation?
 
  a. Diminished anxiety
  b. Improved task completion
  c. Altered spatial and time perception
  d. Decreased need for physical stimulation

Question 2

The client has a history of gastrointestinal problems and has used herbal remedies in the past. The nurse expects that this client will be taking which of the following remedies?
 
  a. Chamomile
  b. St. John's wort
  c. Echinacea
  d. Ginkgo biloba


AngeliqueG

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

C

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A Increased anxiety is a sign of sensory deprivation.
B Poor task performance is a sign of sensory deprivation.
C Altered spatial and time perception is a sign of sensory deprivation.
D An increased need for physical stimulation is a sign of sensory deprivation.

Answer to Question 2

A
Chamomile is used as an anti-inflammatory, antidiarrheal and is an antispasmodic. It also may be used to treat infections and inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes.
St. John's wort is used to treat mild to moderate depression, viral infections, and to aid wound healing.
Echinacea is used to prevent and treat upper respiratory tract infections and colds, and aid wound healing.
Ginkgo biloba has been used for many health conditions including dementia, poor circulation, as well as a bronchodilator, arterial vasodilator, anti-oxidant, and to decrease capillary fragility.


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