Mrs. George is very disoriented. She believes that a fire has the destroyed the city. As the LPN in charge, you can assist her by talking with her. A good question to ask would be
a. What is the worst that will happen?
b. Why do you think that?
c. Can you see the city?
d. None of the above
Question 2Improving stress management skills for older adults can reduce
a. Functional disability
b. The occurrence of stress-related events
c. Many of the losses related to aging
d. Worsening of stress-related disease processes
Question 3Slow and gradual stretching of muscles
a. Increases muscle endurance
b. Reduces the risk of muscle injury
c. Increases the strength and the bulk of muscles
d. Is not part of a usual exercise program
Question 4Mrs. Brown is a 72-year-old woman receiving chemotherapy treatments. Before her treatment, she became updated on all her vaccines. She and her husband are contemplating an African safari in 3 months to celebrate her anticipated remission. Mrs.
Brown should consider receiving all of the following except
a. Meningococcal vaccine
b. MMR
c. Pneumonia vaccine
d. Hepatitis A vaccine
Question 5In managing an individual who is agitated, it is best to
a. Do nothing
b. Come closer to speak to the patient
c. Keep the person talking to you
d. Raise your voice
Question 6While making a routine home visit to Mr. Jordan, you notice a pile of pills wrapped in a napkin. Mr. Jordan takes digoxin and potassium. Your questions should include questions that assess for
a. Failure to thrive
b. Suicidal thoughts
c. Dementia
d. Diabetes
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