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MGLQZ

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A geriatric patient is started on an antihypertensive medication. The nurse explains to the patient to be careful when changing positions. This precaution is necessary for which reason?
 
  a. Geriatric patients have visual problems.
  b. Geriatric patients have joint disease.
  c. Geriatric patients' hearing problems change their balance.
  d. Geriatric patients experience postural hypotension.

Question 2

A patient has a history of angina and has been told to reduce his caloric intake and lose 20 pounds. Which situation might this patient avoid so as to help prevent angina attacks?
 
  a. Watching television
  b. Heavy exercise
  c. Using the computer
  d. Walking 30 minutes



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Geriatric patients can become lightheaded when taking antihypertensive medications that can cause postural hypotension. This places them at risk for falls.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Patients who have angina should avoid things that cause pain such as stress, heavy exercise, and foods that stimulate the heart (e.g., soft drinks and chocolate).




MGLQZ

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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