The nurse is reviewing new medication orders for several patients in a long-term care facility. Which patient does the nurse recognize as being at the highest risk for having cognitive impairment related to prescribed medications?
a. The patient prescribed an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection.
b. The patient prescribed a cholinesterase inhibitor for early Alzheimer's disease.
c. The patient prescribed a beta-blocker for hypertension.
d. The patient prescribed a bisphosphonate for osteoporosis.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing the social support of a patient who is recently divorced and has moved from their hometown to the city due to change in jobs. Which response related to social support would be most therapeutic?
a. Encourage the patient to begin dating again, perhaps with members of her church.
b. Discuss how divorce support groups could increase coping and social support.
c. Note that being so particular about potential friends reduces social contact.
d. Discuss using the Internet as a way to find supportive others with similar values.
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