Which of the following characteristics is more descriptive of a good gerontological nurse leader than manager?
a. accepts the status quo
b. administrative
c. short term perspective
d. innovative
Question 2The person with arthritis may experience bony enlargements at the end joints of the fingers called:
a. Herberden's nodes
b. Bouchard's nodes
c. rheumatoid arthritis nodes
d. all of the above
Question 3A client who is taking prescribed medications for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GER
D), including omeprazole (Prilosec), is at risk for altered absorption of which of these nutrients?
A) calcium and vitamin D
B) vitamin B12 and vitamin D
C) potassium and iron
D) iron and vitamin B12
Question 4An older patient is prescribed psyllium seed to prevent constipation. What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Do not take this medication with juice.
2. Avoid eating after taking this medication.
3. Take the medication with adequate water.
4. This medication can swell in the esophagus.
5. Limit the intake of water after taking this medication.
Question 5A patient with BPPV complains of dizziness because:
a. he has Meniere's disease
b. he has a history of stroke
c. he has otoconia that are dislodged
d. the Epley maneuver is working