Author Question: The nurse is identifying outcomes for an older client prone to injuries. Which outcome should the ... (Read 46 times)

Bernana · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is identifying outcomes for an older client prone to injuries. Which outcome should the nurse identify as appropriate for this client?

1. The client will demonstrate an understanding of all limitations.
2. The client will establish a buddy system.
3. The client will make uninformed choices when addressing health issues.
4. The client will take his medication as desired.

Question 2

The nurse is attending a seminar on bioterrorism. What should the nurse identify as being the highest concern for homeland security?

1. Cancer
2. Seasonal flu
3. Tuberculosis
4. Smallpox

hanadaa · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client may resent limitations and act out in such a way as to cause injury.
Rationale 2: Establishing a buddy system provides social contact, safeguards against abuse, and offers respite for caregivers. It also provides a way for elders to be checked up on daily.
Rationale 3: Making uninformed choices about one's health would be unsafe instead of safe for the client.
Rationale 4: A routine should be established for medication administration with correct dosage to prevent the possibility of overdose toxicity.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Cancer does not pose a threat to homeland security.
Rationale 2: Seasonal flu does not pose a threat to homeland security.
Rationale 3: Tuberculosis does not pose a threat to homeland security.
Rationale 4: Smallpox, anthrax, botulism, plague, viral hemorrhagic fevers, and tularemia are the agents that are of highest concern with bioterrorism.