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Why is there free oxygen in the air?

A nurse rushes into the room of an 84 year-old client after hearing a crash. The nurse finds the client lying on the floor beside the overturned commode. Which action would the nurse do first?

A nurse on an acute care unit becomes concerned by the increasing incidence of pressure ulcers among older adults. Which measure should the nurses on the unit prioritize in order to prevent the formation of pressure ulcers?

A gerontological nurse is providing care to several older adult clients. On which client’s plan of care would the nurse most likely include teaching of Kegal exercises?

Answer Question 5. Place the answer in the blank below. answer in lower case letters.  

A nurse is assessing a group of older clients for achievement of developmental tasks based on Erikson’s theory. Which situation would lead the nurse to suspect that the client would be at risk for disappointment and despair?

While discussing sexual behavior at a sex and aging seminar, one older adult states, “No condoms for me; I can’t get pregnant!” Which response is most appropriate?

A nurse planning a health workshop for senior citizens wants to provide discussion topics that will interest everyone.  In a typical group of seniors, which disorder would the nurse most likely identify as affecting the greatest number?

A 75 year-old client who fell at home is brought to the ER department by emergency medical responders. On arrival, which action would be the priority?

A nurse who works in a palliative setting is aware of the need to facilitate a “good death” for as many clients as possible. Which intervention should be included?