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The nurse is concerned that an older adult client is experiencing undiagnosed malnutrition. What information may cause the nurse to make this clinical determination?

The client is newly diagnosed with pernicious anemia. Which statement listed below indicates that the teaching by the nurse has been effective?

Cheilitis.jpg During a routine office visit the nurse notes broken skin at the corners of a male client’s mouth (see picture). The area occasionally bleeds, has crusts and is painful. Lips are dry. Client complains of fatigue and some shortness of breath on exertion. A review of labs shows these values: Hg 9.4 g/dL (13.8-17.2 g/dL) HCT 28.2 % (40.7-53%) What condition does the nurse suspect may be present?

A nurse is assessing a 62-year-old client who reports persistent fatigue, occasional confusion, numbness and tingling in the feet, and difficulty maintaining balance when walking. On examination, the nurse notes a smooth, red tongue. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

A nurse is providing care to an older adult client who has a diminished gag reflex secondary to decreased muscle tone from aging. Diagnostic studies also reveal delayed esophageal emptying. The nurse would closely assess the client for which condition?

The nurse is teaching a group of clients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) some guidelines for eating to manage their condition. Which statement by the nurse should be included in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who is dehydrated due to frequent diarrhea from a clostridium difficle infection. The physician has ordered 3,000 mL of D5NS over the next 24 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? Round to the nearest whole number. Enter numeric value only in the blank. [BLANK-1]

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

images.jfif.jpg The nurse is completing a skin assessment and notes the following. What stage would the nurse chart for this wound?

Client reports chronic tearing, eye irritation, and a sensation of “something in the eye.”   On assessment, the nurse notes that the lower eyelid is turned inward and the cornea appears slightly reddened. Which action should the nurse take first? Eye Disorder