Gerontological Nursing Final Exam Questions And Correct Answers
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Gerontological Nursing
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Gerontological Nursing
Gerontological Nursing Final Exam
Questions And Correct Answers
A client newly diagnosed with diabetes tells the nurse, "I'm fearful and nervous about having to
cope with this disease." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? - answer"It's
true that you will have to make some cha...
Gerontological Nursing Final Exam
Questions And Correct Answers
A client newly diagnosed with diabetes tells the nurse, "I'm fearful and nervous about having to
cope with this disease." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? - answer✔"It's
true that you will have to make some changes but these changes will help control your diabetes."
A nurse is conducting an educational program for a client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
The nurse determines that the teaching has been successful based on which outcome? Select all
that apply. - answer✔-Demonstration of the correct method of blood glucose testing
-Demonstration of the proper technique for medication administration
-Verbalization of understanding of diabetes and its management
A 75-year-old adult is a new attendee at strength training class. Which schedule would be most
appropriate for this client to engage in? - answer✔Twelve repetitions with low-weight free
weights at least twice weekly.
The nurse is presenting a seminar for older adults experiencing integumentary problems. Which
statement would the nurse most likely provide about the use of alternative therapies? -
answer✔"You need to tell your health care provider about alternative therapies in use."
A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a 78-year-old resident of a long-term care facility
diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Which intervention would need to be modified? -
answer✔Phrase questions and directions in a simple and understandable manner applicable to the
client's decreased cognition.
A client is prescribed Larodopa as part of the treatment plan for Parkinson's disease. When
teaching the client about this drug, which item would the nurse encourage the client to avoid? -
answer✔Foods high in vitamin B 6
A gerontological nurse is conducting a program for staff nurses at a long-term care facility about
older adults and sensory function. When discussing this topic, which information would the
nurse most likely include? Select all that apply. - answer✔- "Sensory deficits are a threat not
only to quality of life but to safety as well."
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