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One day following a total knee replacement, a male client tells the nurse that he is unable to transfer because it is too painful. What action should the nurse implement?  

Explain the main distinction between hospice care and palliative care in terms of treatment goals.  

How does the decline in estrogen levels after menopause primarily affect bone health in older women?  

Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of adjuvant medications in the pharmacologic treatment of pain in older adults?  

Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics in older adults?  

Which of the following is FALSE regarding urinary incontinence?  

Which of the following is a common physiological change that occurs at the end of life?  

Which of the following best describes the primary focus of gerontology?  

An older adult client with chronic pain is prescribed Tylenol and reports taking it every 4 hours. During a follow-up visit, the nurse learns the client has been experiencing increased fatigue and confusion. What should the nurse assess first?  

After a positive result on the Mini-Cog or Clock Drawing Test indicating potential early dementia, what is the recommended follow-up procedure?