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On examining a client the nurse notices that the skin over lower extremeties is thin and shiny with hair loss over the toes and feet. What other symptom would the nurse anticipate finding?

A nurse is admitting a client complaining of feeling dizzy and lightheadedness when getting out of bed. The nurse suspects postural hypotension. Which values below validate the client has postural hypotension?

A hospitalized patient diagnosed with an alcohol use disorder is feeling like bugs are crawling all over him. The patient is anxious, agitated, and diaphoretic. The nurse can anticipate the health care provider will prescribe:

The nurse is educating a group of older adults about musculoskeletal changes associated with aging. Which statement best describes how these changes can impact functional ability?

Answer and explain in your scratch paper. Answers without explanations will not get credit.

The home care nurse observes a buildup of cerumen in both ears of an older client. How should the nurse respond?

A 68-year-old African American male with a history of hypertension and Type 2 diabetes presents to the clinic for a routine check-up. The patient reports fatigue, swelling in the legs, and decreased urine output over the past few weeks. The provider orders lab tests to assess renal function. Previous labs a year ago were normal.  Which lab tests does the nurse report as indicative of  a decline in renal function? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care to an older diabetic resident. Which new findings would prompt the nurse to prioritize checking a blood glucose as one of the immediate actions?

The nurse is on a task force to reduce the incidence of falls among residents of a long-term care facility. Which measure should the nurse recommend to prevent the most falls?

The nurse is facilitating a health promotion class at a senior center. Which statement made by a participant requires additional teaching from the nurse?