Elderly clients are at risk for not getting prescriptions filled ...

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Elderly clients are at risk for not getting prescriptions filled largely because:
 
  a. they are not convinced that they need the medication.
  b. they feel fine without taking more medications.
  c. they fear that after purchasing medications, they may not be able to tolerate them.
  d. they forget to do so.

Question 2

An important function of nursing is teaching clients about their medications. When teaching an older adult, the nurse should use which of the following principles?
 
  a. The elderly cannot learn new information, so teaching should be directed to the caregiver.
  b. The elderly learn best using long teaching sessions.
  c. It is important to try to tie medication administration times to the person's daily schedule.
  d. Reading materials are not necessary, because most elderly cannot read.

[bfulkerson77]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This may be true, but is not the most common reason.
B Incorrect: This may be true, but is not the most common reason.
C Correct: This also ties into the financial aspect of the older adult.
D Incorrect: This may be true, but is not the most common reason.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Incorrect: Short teaching sessions are best.
C Correct: This action will increase learning for the older adult.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement.

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