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A 79-year-old male is admitted to the hospital for management of congestive heart failure. He has a history of type 2 diabetes, mild cognitive impairment, and osteoarthritis. He wears bifocal glasses and reports occasional dizziness when standing. The nurse notes that he frequently gets out of bed without using the call light and was recently found trying to walk to the bathroom without assistance. His medications include metformin, furosemide, and a low-dose antipsychotic. He requires help with grooming and dressing. The nurse observes his footwear are hospital-issued socks with non-slip grips. What intervention will best help prevent a fall in this situation?

Which medications can cause heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?

Which are components of informed consent? (Select all that apply)

What is the mechanism of action of prasugrel?

What is the mechanism of action of tiotripium?

You are caring for an 89-year-old patient who fell last week while getting out of bed. He takes antihypertensive medications and has poor vision. Which of the following are risk factors that likely contributed to his fall? (Select all that apply)

A 79 year old patient has recently been diagnosed with a chronic illness. She expresses feelings of hopelessness and questions the meaning of her suffering. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

Which laboratory value can assist the prescriber in determining whether or not the addition of an inhaled corticosteroid may be beneficial for the COPD patient struggling with frequent exacerbations?

Which pharmacological class does allopurinol belong to?

What are some of the physical effects of social isolation. (select all that apply)