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The nurse assesses an older man using the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG). The nurse determines that the man earned a score of 14 seconds, additionally he used his hands to push up from a seated position and has decreased arm swing. The nurse concludes which of the following based on the TUG results? a. The man has early Parkinson's Disease b. The man is not at risk to fall c. The man is at risk to fall d. The man would benefit from using a cane - ANS C Bone fractures are a serious r...

Patient GG is an 82-year-old female with complaints of dysuria and polyuria. A urinalysis is positive for a urinary tract infection. She is 55 kg, her serum creatinine is 1.5 mg/dL, and she has no known drug allergies. Which of the following Is the most appropriate antibiotic regimen? a. Ciprofloxacin 500 mg bid for 3 days b. Nitrofurantoin 100 mg bid for 7 days c. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim 400/80 mg bid for 3 days d. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim 800/160 mg bid for 3 days - ANS ...

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The practical nurse (PN) is assigned the care of an older client with venous stasis ulcers. A primary foal in the client's plan of care is to decrease swelling in the extremities. What should the PN do to meet this goal? - Elevate the legs of the pillow An older women asks the practical nurse (PN0 how she can decrease her chances of getting cystitis. What information should the PN provide? - Void and empty bladder completely q2 to 3 hours The home health practical nurse (PN) is changi...

Geriatrics (GERI) Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Geriatrics (GERI) Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Geriatrics (GERI) Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Geriatrics (GERI) Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

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