When providing information regarding age-related visual problems, the nurse recog-nizes that the ...

When providing information regarding age-related visual problems, the nurse recog-nizes that the target population is: Select all that apply.
 
  a. A victim of eye trauma
  b. Economically disadvantaged
  c. African-American
  d. More likely male
  e. 65 years of age and older

Question 2

Which nursing statement shows a true appreciation for an older client's willingness to tell their personal stories about the war?
 
  a. It's so nice to see them excited and engaged as they tell the stories.
  b. It helps their memory so much to re-tell their stories.
  c. I learn so much about a client when they share their life story with me.
  d. They are so proud of the things they have accomplished in their life.

Question 3

What research finding is the basis for care planning of the client receiving palliative care?
 
  a. Palliative care is most useful when implement in the last 6 months of life.
  b. Pain management is inadequately addressed among the terminally ill popula-tion.
  c. Palliative care is only offered to patients whose deaths are imminent.
  d. Resuscitation in the case of a cardiac or respiratory arrest is not implemented

Question 4

An older African-American client shares that they, Don't hear as well as they used to. Responding based on evidence-based data, the nurse will:
 
  a. Inquire as to whether the client has tinnitus
  b. Assess the client for middle ear fluid accumulation
  c. Ask whether the client has ever been diagnosed with otosclerosis
  d. Check the client's ears for a cerumen impaction

Question 5

An older adult client is being admitted to an assisted living residence facility. Which nursing intervention best initially assesses the client's hearing?
 
  a. The client's reaction when the telephone rings is documented by the nurse
  b. The nurse asks the client to, Adjust the television volume to a comfortable level.
  c. The nurse asks, Do you think you have a hearing problem?
  d. The client is asked whether they wear glasses or a hearing aide

Question 6

The nurse is providing care for an older client who is experiencing mild cognitive impairment. Which communication technique is most likely to bring about a negative outcome?
 
  a. Asking the family to answer interview questions
  b. Frequently repeating instructions and requests
  c. Speaking at a slower than normal speed
  d. Using very simple sentences and phrasings

Question 7

When caring for an ill adult client, the nurse is particularly concerned that the client communicates well since:
 
  a. Assessment, planning of care and even the therapeutic relationship is based on effective communication
  b. It is the social connection that all individuals base interpersonal relationships upon
  c. How well an individual communicates is a reflection on both their physical and emotional well-being
  d. The need to communicate is a basic need of all individuals