A nurse is teaching a health promotion class for older adults. In ...

[codyclark]

A nurse is teaching a health promotion class for older adults. In which order will the nurse list the most common to least common conditions that can lead to death in older adults?
 
  1. Chronic obstructive lung disease
  2. Cerebrovascular accidents
  3. Heart disease
  4. Cancer
  a. 4, 1, 2, 3
  b. 3, 4, 1, 2
  c. 2, 3, 4, 1
  d. 1, 2, 3, 4

Question 2

A nurse is discussing sexuality with an older adult. Which action will the nurse take?
 
  a. Ask closed-ended questions about specific symptoms the patient may experience.
  b. Provide information about the prevention of sexually transmitted infections.
  c. Discuss the issues of sexuality in a group in a private room.
  d. Explain that sexuality is not necessary as one ages.

[l.stuut]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in older adults followed by cancer, chronic lung disease, and stroke (cerebrovascular accidents).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Include information about the prevention of sexually transmitted infections when appropriate. Open-ended questions inviting an older adult to explain sexual activities or concerns elicit more information than a list of closed-ended questions about specific activities or symptoms. You need to provide privacy for any discussion of sexuality and maintain a nonjudgmental attitude. Sexuality and the need to express sexual feelings remain throughout the human life span.

[codyclark]

TYSM

[raenoj]

Excellent