During a home visit, the nurse notices that an older adult woman is caring for her bedridden husband. The woman states that this is her duty, she does the best she can, and her children come to help when they are in town.
Her husband is unable to care for himself, and she appears thin, weak, and exhausted. The nurse notices that several of his prescription medication bottles are empty. This situation is best described by the term:
a.
Physical abuse.
b.
Financial neglect.
c.
Psychological abuse.
d.
Unintentional physical neglect.
Question 2As a mandatory reporter of elder abuse, which must be present before a nurse should notify the authorities?
a. Statements from the victim
b. Statements from witnesses
c. Proof of abuse and/or neglect
d. Suspicion of elder abuse and/or neglect
Question 3A patient visits the clinic to ask about smoking cessation. He has smoked heavily for 30 years and wants to stop cold turkey. He asks the nurse, What symptoms can I expect if I do this? Which of these symptoms should the nurse share with the patient
as possible symptoms of nicotine withdrawal? Select all that apply.
a.
Headaches
b.
Hunger
c.
Sleepiness
d.
Restlessness
e.
Nervousness
f.
Sweating
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