This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: An older adult client says that he has difficulty removing the cap from his medication bottle. He ... (Read 53 times)

Anajune7

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 574
on: Jul 23, 2018
An older adult client says that he has difficulty removing the cap from his medication bottle. He says, That's why I don't always take my medication. The nurse should suggest that he:
 
  a. ask a neighbor to help him remove the bottle cap.
  b. ask the pharmacist to put the drug in a nonchildproof container.
  c. have a family member visit daily to prepare his medications.
  d. ask the healthcare provider not to prescribe drugs that come in childproof bottles.

Question 2

The nurse notes that Cimetidine has been prescribed for an older adult client. The nurse's highest priority would be to call:
 
  a. the physician.
  b. the pharmacist.
  c. the nursing supervisor.
  d. Poison Control.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

joshraies

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 351
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Childproof caps may be difficult to remove for older adults with arthritis or decreased strength or motor function.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Cimetidine is not recommended for the older adult because of its side effects and multiple potential drug interactions. Famotidine, nizatidine, and ranitidine may be prescribed for the geriatric client instead of cimetidine.


Anajune7

  • Member
  • Posts: 574
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Liddy

  • Member
  • Posts: 342
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Long-term mental and physical effects from substance abuse include: paranoia, psychosis, immune deficiencies, and organ damage.

Did you know?

Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.

Did you know?

Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.

Did you know?

There are more bacteria in your mouth than there are people in the world.

Did you know?

Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.

Three standard sizes of cuffs: a small cuff for a child or frail adult; a normal-sized adult cuff; ... Three standard sizes of cuffs: a small cuff for a child or frail adult; a normal-sized adult cuff; ...
Stepwise approach for managing asthma in adults and patients 12 years and older. Stepwise approach for managing asthma in adults and patients 12 years and older.
Location of the apical pulse in a child under age 4, a child ages 4 to 6, and an adult Location of the apical pulse in a child under age 4, a child ages 4 to 6, and an adult
Patients Older than 60 Years of Age Patients Older than 60 Years of Age
Children and adolescents define themselves as they get older Children and adolescents define themselves as they get older
The physician orders pemetrexed (Alimta) 500 mg/m2. The client’s body surface area is 2.14 ... The physician orders pemetrexed (Alimta) 500 mg/m2. The client’s body surface area is 2.14 ...
Video: Coronary Heart Disease Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library