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Understanding that the current life expectancy in the U.S. is approximately 76.4 years in 2023, which of the following is NOT considered a high priority when the FNP creates a plans for a patient’s health promotion?    

An 80-year-old male was diagnosed with COPD about 10 years ago and his symptoms are getting progressively worse. The patient is on combination bronchodilation therapy with SABA/LABA. He needs better symptom management. What would be the best addition to the medication regimen to control his symptoms?

Mrs. Williams, 80 years old, asks her FNP to order aspirin therapy to prevent cardiovascular disease. Mrs. Williams believes this will provide protection from developing cardiovascular disease. The FNP explains that aspirin therapy is likely not covered by Medicare because

Your next patient is a 62 year old man who plays golf twice a week. He experiences pain in his shoulder and goes to see his PCP, you. You suspect bursitis. Which of the following questions would LEAST helpful to you in determining your diagnosis of this patient?

Patient education is very important for individuals with peripheral artery disease (PAD). When educating about conservative management, which of the following is NOT true regarding PAD? 

Your next patient is a 78 years old man who comes to your clinic for an annual checkup. You address the psychosocial needs of older adults and specifically the need for which of the following?

Your next patient is a 79 year old man who lives with his daughter. The daughter provides excellent care for her father and wants to know which changes in his heart and circulatory system are due to aging and which are due to lifestyle choices. You reply:

Your next patient is 80 years old person.  She is experiencing weight gain, tachycardia, neck vein distention, and cognitive impairment. Which of the following does NOT support a diagnosis of heart failure? 

Your next patient is a 69 years old woman.  She seeks medical advice because she is having trouble breathing. She is experiencing dyspnea, chronic cough with sputum production, decreased activity tolerance, and wheezing. She states that she had not been near anyone with any upper respiratory infections and wonders why this is happening. Which of the following questions is the LEAST important question to ask this patient? 

Patient education is important for individuals diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).  Which of the following statements contains false information regarding facts about AAA?