Changes in which of the following body systems are generally most noticeable to the naked eye?

Changes in which of the following body systems are generally most noticeable to the naked eye?
 
  a. respiratory
  b. integumentary
  c. gastrointestional
  d. neurological

Question 2

What actions will the nurse follow when using restraints for an older patient in a long-term care facility? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Use restraints for 2 hours or less.
  2. Obtain a physician's order before using.
  3. Waist restraints are the best approach to prevent patient falls.
  4. Remove the patient's eyeglasses when applying restraints.
  5. Consider the use of restraints for emergency situations only.

Question 3

The clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in gerontology differs from the GNP in that:
 
  a) the GNP usually works in a collaborative practice with a physician
   b) the CNS has less education than the GNP
   c) the GNP has a doctorate
   d) the CNS does less consulting than the GNP

Question 4

A client's religious affiliation and participation in the local parish would be included in which of the functional health pattern assessment categories?
 
  A) cognitive and perceptual
  B) self-perception and self-concept
  C) coping and stress tolerance
  D) values and beliefs

Question 5

According to the Merck Institute on Aging and Health, older adults fell short of the Healthy People 2000 goals in all but which of the following area?
 
  a. physical activity
  b. influenza vaccination
  c. eating fruits and vegetables
  d. overweight

Question 6

A 30-year-old electrician experienced a small abrasion on his knee while working 6 days ago. The wound has failed to heal, and the area surrounding the wound is now swollen, reddened, and painful.
 
  The man has been diagnosed with cellulitis and is now being treated with IV antibiotics. What should the nurse teach the patient to facilitate healing?
  A) Try to keep your knee elevated above the level of your heart.
  B) I'll give you an ice pack, which you should try to apply once per hour.
  C) You'll likely be given an antibiotic ointment to take home after you're discharged from the hospital.
  D) I'll be applying a compression stocking over your knee to help it heal.