Which is a realistic goal regarding medication for the client ...

[xroflmao]

Which is a realistic goal regarding medication for the client with advanced Alzheimer's disease?
 
  a. The client will demonstrate independent medication administration behaviors throughout the course of the disease.
  b. With assistance, the client will receive medications at appropriate times throughout the course of the illness.
  c. The client will demonstrate progressive improvement in cognitive function for the next year.
  d. The client will report a decrease in memory loss by the next healthcare provider visit.

Question 2

Tacrine (Cognex) is ordered for a client. Because of its most life-threatening adverse reaction, the nurse is aware that which levels should be frequently evaluated?
 
  a. Liver enzymes
  b. BUN and creatinine levels
  c. White blood cell count
  d. Serum albumin levels

[cloudre37]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The only realistic goal for the client is that he or she would receive medication with the help of a caregiver.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
This medication is very hepatotoxic; therefore, liver enzymes should be periodically monitored.

[xroflmao]

Excellent

[covalentbond]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it