NUR 257 (NUR257)

what is the most important influence on growth (Ans- nutrition Freud's stages of psychosexual development (Ans- oral stage, anal stage, phallic stage, latency stage, genital stage Erikson's Theory (Ans- Includes eight stages of human development. Each stage consists of a unique developmental task that confronts individuals with a crisis that must be resolved. trust vs. mistrust (Ans- Erikson's first stage during the first year of life, infants learn to trust when they are care...

how should solid foods be introduced (Ans- one at a time, starting with rice cereal introducing one at a time allows for parents to identify food allergies early in life prevention of dental caries (Ans- fluoride treatments no bottle propping no milk in bed no juice normal injection site reactions (Ans- redness warmth flu vaccine (Ans- yearly after 6 months of age hep a vaccine schedule (Ans- 2 doses 12-24 months hep b vaccine schedule (Ans- 0, 1, and...

Which change in sleep patterns is most likely to occur in an older adult? - Has a decline in stage 4 sleep The nurse is developing the plan of care for an older client who is immobile and at risk for pressure ulcers. Which contributing factor should the nurse include in the nursing diagnosis, "risk for altered skin integrity?" - tissue ischemia Prolonged, intense pressure affects cellular metabolism by impeding capillary blood flow to tissue over weight-bearing bony prominences, resulting in...

Program for all-inclusive care for elderly, alternative to nursing home PACE Adult daycare services provides what kind of care? 1. social/some health, supervised care in safe setting 2. caregiver respite & counseling 3. provide edu, support groups Community care services: Continuing care retirement communities does what? 1. several levels of care in one location 2. allow transitions between levels w/o life-disrupting moves What is residential & assisted living care 1. can't live inde...

risk factor for depression chronic medical conditions when taking care of a patients, you determine which patient may be showing signs and symptoms of dementia? trouble remembering recent events loses train of thought when discharging a patient with visual alterations further teaching is needed when the patient states that he/she will use a pill organizer when working with an older adult who wants to improve nutritional intake, which diet would require further teaching cottage cheese la...

Caring for 75 yr old diabetic patient, what actions should be taken to delay onset of diabetes complications - Preventing hyperglycemia While developing teaching plan for foot care, what will you encourage? - No loose footwear, no powder, no softening toenails before clipping, well fitting footwear with even patterns on bottom Diabetes diet - Eat regular times including all meals and snacks, consistent times and diet When providing education to patient with managing diabetes when sick, what s...

Labs to monitor for red area over coccyx pre-albumin lymphocytes A nurse on a med surg unit attends a conference on measures to prevent pressure ulcers. which statement requires additional instruction place client in semi fowlers during the day Appropriate interventions for restless leg syndrome stretching Which statement by the nurse reflects a correct understanding on sleep disturbances in the older adult population the amount of sleep decreases steadily throughout life What factors m...

Exam 4: NUR257 / NUR 257 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Concepts of Aging and Chronic Illness Exam Review | 100% Correct | Grade A - Galen Q: marked gait disorders are not normally a consequence of aging alone but more likely indicative of? Answer: underlying medical condition Q: gait disorders: arthritis of the knee may result in? Answer: ligamentous weakness & instability causing legs to give way or collapse Q: gait disorders: what disease may cause neuro damage & result in gait problems? Answer:...