Geriatrics polypharmacy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Geriatrics: PolypharmacyT/F: Geriatric/Elderly has one single definition - correct answer FALSE. No single defintin, but often described as individuals over the age of 65 Exlain polypharmacy: - correct answer It is a working definition of patients with multiple medications, and/or those with colloquial usage (too many meds per patient) _______ is an event or circumstance involving a patient's drug regimen that actually or potentially interferes with the achivement of an optimal outcome - ...

Geriatrics: PolypharmacyT/F: Geriatric/Elderly has one single definition - correct answer FALSE. No single defintin, but often described as individuals over the age of 65 Exlain polypharmacy: - correct answer It is a working definition of patients with multiple medications, and/or those with colloquial usage (too many meds per patient) _______ is an event or circumstance involving a patient's drug regimen that actually or potentially interferes with the achivement of an optimal outcome - ...

Geriatrics NCLEX Questions with Correct Answers A. Obtain a thorough medication histor - Answer-What is the initial nursing intervention in preventing polypharmacy? A. Obtain a thorough medication history. B. Discontinue all herbal preparations. C. Refer the patient to a geriatric practitioner. D. Consult a pharmacist to review all medications. C. Develop a drug reminder system and schedule. - Answer-What should the nurse include in the teaching plan for self-medication practices o...

JIBC PCP PARA 1260 Geriatrics Pre Test Q&A Age to be considered elderly - ANSWER 65 and up What is the growth of geriatircs estimated to reach by 2031 in Canada? - ANSWER 7.8 million Gerontology - ANSWER Scientific study of the effects of age related disease on humans Geriatrics - ANSWER He study and treatment of diseases of the aged Ageism - ANSWER Discrimination of a person based on their age Functional impairment - ANSWER Inability to me the daily needs on an independent basis ...

Geriatrics NCLEX Questions and Answers Already Passed Which statement is true regarding falls in the elderly? A. Most falls occur in the garage. B. Hip fractures resulting from falls are a leading cause of placement in long-term care facilities. C. Fall risk decreases with addition of medications. D. Sedatives reduce the risk of falls. B. Hip fractures resulting from falls are a leading cause of placement in long-term care facilities. Appropriate nursing care for a patient with uri...

Geriatrics NCLEX QuestionsB. Hip fractures resulting from falls are a leading cause of placement in long-term care facilities. - correct answer Which statement is true regarding falls in the elderly? A. Most falls occur in the garage. B. Hip fractures resulting from falls are a leading cause of placement in long-term care facilities. C. Fall risk decreases with addition of medications. D. Sedatives reduce the risk of falls. C. encourage fluids to decrease the urine concentration so it...

HESI GERIATRICS VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2022-2023 HESI GERIATRICS 2022-2023 A frail, elderly client is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which finding is most important for the registered nurse (RN) to report to the healthcare provider? A. Fever and chills B. Confusion and dehydration C. Crackles in the lung fields D. Nausea and vomiting - B. Confusion and dehydration Rationale: Confusion and dehydration (B) are findings of ina...

NCLEX Practice Questions For Geriatrics 2023 Update The nurse is performing an assessment on an older client who is having difficulty sleeping at night. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching regarding measures to improve sleep? a) "I swim three times a week." b) "I have stopped smoking cigars." c) "I drink hot chocolate before bedtime." d) "I read for 40 minutes before bedtime." - ANS-c) "I drink hot chocolate before bedtime." Many nonpharm...

Gerontological Nursing Exam Questions with Verified Answers Trace the historic development of gerontologic nursing as a specialty. - CORRECT ANSWER 60-70 firsts; 1973: Certified RN; 1987,1995, 2010: Scope and practices; 2014 AGCNS; 2017: Code of Ethics Distinguish the educational preparation, practice roles, and certification requirements of the gerontologic nurse generalist, acute or primary care nurse practitioner, and adult-gerontologic clinical nurse specialist. - CORRECT ANSWER m...

NSG 6420: FNP I Adult/Gero Final Review Study Guide (REVISED) 2023. 1. General Concepts in Geriatrics Impact of physiological changes with aging: Kennedy Chapter 1. The major impact of all of these physiological changes can be highlighted with three primary points. First, there is a reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, particularly cardiac, respiratory, and renal. Second, there are reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems such as temperature cont...