Hondros nursing 163 study guide to test 1 with complete solution
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Hondros nursing 163 study guide to test 1 with complete solution
Eye exams, Dental exams ,physical exams
Preventive visits that should be done annually in the older population.
Pneumococcal vaccination
Should be done on older patients between the ages of 65 to 70 every 10 years.
Influenza va...
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Eye exams, Dental exams ,physical exams
Preventive visits that should be done annually in the older population.
Pneumococcal vaccination
Should be done on older patients between the ages of 65 to 70 every 10 years.
Influenza vaccine
This vaccine must be obtained on the yearly basis usually in the fall
Tetanus, diphtheria,pertussis (Tdap vaccine)
Protects against contagious and deadly diseases this vaccine needs to be given once in
a lifetime.
Shingles vaccine
Recommended for individuals that are over the age of 60 other needs and how often is
based on the primary care provider
Nutrition ,exercise and Medical Care
Factors that promote health promotion
Recommended Health prevention practices for older adults
Some type of activity for 30 minutes, healthy diet, annual physical exams
Primary Care
Vaccinations,Teaching and educating
Secondary care
Any type of screening
Tertiary care
Last step of care(rehab)
Keeps joints flexible, maintains muscle mass, control blood glucose levels and
weight, gives a sense of well-being
The benefits of exercise in the older population
Assessment findings in older skin
A fragile epidermis that takes longer to heal, skin producing less melanin causing skin to
lighten
Assessment of skin rashes
Maybe cause from contact with chemicals or allergic dermatitis
Senile purpura
Red purple or brown area commonly seen in the legs and the arm(bruising)
Be kind and courteous do not denigrate the service or capability of caregiver do
not criticize unpaid caregiver do not make them feel guilty for being on page
Effective communication with non-skilled staff
Do not exaggerate mouth movement, use visual cues and written materials, stand
in front of the person's speak more slowly slightly louder and a low pitch
Ways to overcome communication barriers with hearing restrictions
See what the patient already knows, recognize ethical and cultural influences, use
Simple direct but sensitive language, prepare yourself, think through what you
want to say, establish a private environment, determine who should be present,
allowed time and a place with no interruptions
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