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When a client asks, “What could be causing my triglycerides to be so high; I’m really careful about my diet?” the nurse responds by asking the client which question? (Select all that apply.)

What is a reason why many “baby boomers” have multiple chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis?

An otherwise healthy older adult reports having begun to experience problems “holding my water.” The nurse shows an understanding of interventions that may help minimize the problem of urinary incontinency when determining which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

Which symptom is an atypical cue of an adverse drug reaction in a patient? 

Which reason is cited for the limited engagement of nurses in group reminiscence activities?

An older patient asks a nurse, “I really have trouble sleeping and my doctor does not want to prescribe a sleeping pill for me. He says they are not good for older people. I really don’t understand his response. Can you help me?” What is the best response by the nurse?

For which patient condition will the nurse avoid the use of a transdermal patch route of medication delivery? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

Which laboratory value is indicative of severity of an inflammatory response in a patient with malnutrition?

An older client reports to a nurse, “My daughter says there is something wrong with my hearing. I am not so sure. Yes, I have some problems hearing, but I am 78 years old. What does she expect? I noticed that at Christmas dinner, with all the racket around, I had some trouble. I think it is that my granddaughters mumble a lot, just like all young people. I guess it has been getting steadily worse; it seems to be both ears as well.” Based on the client’s description, the nurse suspects which sensorineural hearing related disorder?

An older patient diagnosed with dementia is referred for adult day services (ADS). The patient’s adult child asks the nurse about the benefits of ADS. The nurse considers which of the following in formulating a response? (Select all that apply.)