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A nurse notes that an older adult is unable to process complex thoughts and has difficulty forming sentences. Which action by the nurse is priority?

An 83 year-old man comes to the clinic complaining of hearing loss. Further examination reveals that his hearing loss is progressive, but otherwise unremarkable. Which phenomenon would the nurse most likely identify as contributing to the client’s status?

An older adult client who used to go dancing with friends has stopped because of the fear of having an “accident” in public. How can the nurse best assist this client?

A new nursing assistant asks the nurse how best to approach a hearing-impaired older adult. Which approach should the nurse recommend?

While a nurse is performing a recently admitted hospital client’s morning care, the client states, “I’m pretty sure I’ll never see my own apartment again.” Which response by the nurse best demonstrates effective communication?

Answer Question 2. Place the answer in the blank below. answer in lower case letters.  

The nurse reads up on some of the more common cultural groups in the local area. How should the nurse interpret the information that is available about cultural groups?

A nurse who provides care to many older adults recognizes the importance of implementing a wellness approach to care. What principle underlies this approach to the health care of older adults?

Mr, Adams, 65 year-old, is admitted with a diagnosis of emphysema. What physical changes would the nurse expect to find in a client with emphysema?

An older adult presents with fatigue, dyspnea, and edematous ankles. Which consequences must the nurse monitor? (select all that apply)