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Geriatrics (GERI) Final Nclex Questions with 100% Correct Answers
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Which of the following care settings would be suggested for a
patient who recently underwent surgery for a hip fracture. The
patient is able to perform ADLs and has potential for a full recovery.
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Rehabilitative services Long-term care (nursing home)
, Restorative care Acute care
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Oxybutynin- purpose for the drug--
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diet restrictions: fat, cholesterol,
carbohydrates, alcohol. grapefruit frequent urination
juice <200ml/day. stop smoking
used to treat moderate to severe
confusion (dementia) related to
D. All of the above
Alzheimer's disease; may improve
memory and awareness
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All of the following are true regarding surgical care of the elderly
patient except...
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The elderly patient may take longer Hyperthermia is a major
to wake up from anesthesia concern for older adults
There is a greater risk for Immobility can increase the risk for
postsurgical infection respiratory complications
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Actions that enhance sexual function include: (Select all that apply)
A. good nutrition
B. moderate alcohol consumption
C. ample rest
D. good hygiene
E. regular exercise
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A. Thymectomy
c. Assess the patient for anything
B. Corticosteroids
that might be causing discomfort.
D. Cholinesterase inhibitors
A. good nutrition
A. Muscles that control eyes and
C. ample rest
facial movements are usually
D. good hygiene
affected first
E. regular exercise
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Memantine- purpose for the drug
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pulmonary hypertension--originally purposed for that but found that is causes
erection so now it is marketed for erectile dysfunction.
used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to
Alzheimer's disease; may improve memory and awareness
Inhibits transport of calcium into myocardial and vascular smooth muscle cells,
resulting in inhibition of excitation-contraction coupling and subsequent
contraction. Systemic vasodilation resulting in decreased BP.
*Avoid large amounts of grapefruit juice
*Contact PCP if pulse is less and 50 bpm
*orthostatic hypotension
*Good oral hygiene
type of medication called a beta blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels and
slowing heart rate, which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure
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