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6 years ago
The nurse is planning care for an 82-year-old obese female with Alzheimer's dementia. The patient wanders, is unsteady on her feet, and is visually impaired.
 
  To which of the following should the nurse give priority when developing the plan of care? a. Laboratory results
  b. Skin condition
  c. Safety
  d. Nutrition
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Safety is the first priority for this patient who is cognitively and visually impaired, wanders, and is unsteady. Laboratory results (Option a) should be monitored, but safety is the priority. Options b and d are of concern but are not immediate priorities.
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