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Geriatrics (GERI) Test 2 Nclex Questions with 100% Correct Answers
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Which manifestation(s) indicate(s) serious heat-related problems?
(Select all that apply)
1. Cramps in the leg
2. Vomiting
3. Heavy perspiration
4. Profound weakness
5. Mental changes
6. Throbbing headache
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d.) Tinnitus
2. Vomiting
4. Profound weakness
5. Mental changes
6. Throbbing headache
Rationale: Symptoms of hyperthermia are progressive. Mild, early signs of
heat stress include feeling hot, listless, or uncomfortable. Cramps in the
legs, arms, and abdomen are early indicators of elevated body
temperature. Serious indications of heat-related problems include hot, dry
skin without perspiration; tachycardia; chest pain; breathing problems;
throbbing headache; dizziness; profound weakness; mental or perceptual
changes; vomiting; abdominal cramps; nausea; and diarrhea.Page
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a) Potassium channel blocker
C. Functional abilities
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Presbyopia occurs in older adults because
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, the eyeball elongates the lens becomes inflexible
the corneal curve curvature light rays are focusing in front of the
becomes irregular retina
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The nurse is preparing to teach a community health program for
senior citizens. Which physical findings would the nurse include that
are typical in older adults.
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Increased skin elasticity and an Impaired fat digestion and an
increase in testosterone production. increase in pepsin production.
Increased blood pressure and An increase is body warmth and
decreased cardiac output. some swallowing difficulties
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, Which intervention would the nurse implement with a healthy older
adult client who has decreased bone density?
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Teaching the client to do isometric Encouraging the client to do
exercises weight-bearing exercises
Instructing the client to sit in Providing moist heat, such as
supportive chairs with arms shower or moist compress
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Which physiological change occurs in older adults and warrants the
nurse teaching the client about safety tips to prevent falls?
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Slowed movement Cartilage degeneration
Decreased bone density Decreased range of motion
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