NUR 163 Concepts of Practical Nursing in the Care of Elderly Patients
Final Exam
Question:
Does sleep efficiency increase with age?
Answer:
No, sleep efficiency decreases, older adults may complain that they do not feel refreshed after sleep.
Question:
Does the risk for sleep disorders increase with age?
Answer:
Yes
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Question:
Nocturnal Movement Disorders
Answer:
Restless leg syndrome, which is an irresistible urge to move the lower extremities, or nocturnal myoclonus, which causes sudden repetitive jerking or kicking movements of the lower extremities.
Question:
What is the most effective nonpharmacological therapy for insomnia?
Answer:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Question:
What do you teach a UAP who is feeding a patient with trouble swallowing?
Answer:
Feed them slow, with frequent rest breaks.
Question:
Lak of tendon reflexes/ deep muscle reflexes is a sign of what? (flaccid)
Answer:
Hypercalcemia
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Question:
What are the normal calcium levels?
Answer:
8.5 to 10
Question:
Water Soluble Vitamins
Answer:
Vitamins B & C (Birth Control)
Question:
Fat Soluble Vitamins
Answer:
All- A Dogs-D Eat-E Kibble- K
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