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Anhedonia, the diminished capacity to experience pleasant emotions, is a common feature of schizophrenia that is often included among the negative symptoms of this disorder. Anhedonia in schizophrenia reflects a deficit in consummatory pleasure but not anticipatory pleasure. 

The most common hallucinations experienced by those with schizophrenia are:

An 18-year-old patient is involved in a serious accident and is unable to communicate their healthcare wishes. Which of the following is true regarding their ability to make decisions about medical treatment?

A 78-year-old patient is scheduled for a wound dressing change for a stage 3 pressure ulcer, which is expected to be very painful. The healthcare provider plans to administer analgesics before the procedure to ensure the patient is comfortable. According to best practices in pain management, what is the rationale for administering analgesics before the dressing change?

An older adult presents to the emergency department with complaints of unexplained fatigue and a recent fall. The patient denies experiencing chest pain. Based on your knowledge of atypical manifestations of coronary artery disease (CAD) in older adults, which of the following should the nurse prioritize in the assessment?

An 80-year-old patient is prescribed a new medication for insomnia, which is listed on the Beers Criteria as potentially inappropriate for older adults due to the increased risk of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), including confusion and sedation. The patient also takes several medications for hypertension and diabetes. What should the nurse do next to prevent potential ADRs related to polypharmacy?

Which of the following is true about adjuvant analgesics in pain management for older adults?

A 72-year-old patient with chronic kidney disease is prescribed digoxin for heart failure. Considering age-related changes in renal function, what is the primary concern regarding the excretion of digoxin?

A post-operative older adult following open heart surgery is exhibiting signs of impaired cognition, including confusion and difficulty concentrating. The patient is not verbally complaining of pain but is showing signs of insomnia, fatigue, and irritability. Given that pain in older adults may not present with typical manifestations, what should the healthcare provider consider when assessing this patient’s discomfort?

The 4M Framework is a key model for improving care for older adults with chronic conditions. Which of the following best describes the integration of the 4M Framework in managing an older adult with a chronic condition?