ATI NUR 528 Med Surg Proctored Exam (Geriatrics)

Which patient is likely to present with an incorrect pulse oximetry reading?

Which nursing statement shows a true appreciation for an older client's willingness to tell his personal stories about "the war?

Which patient receiving skilled nursing care at home is presenting with a risk for hospitalization identified on an OASIS Assessment? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse discusses the "age in place" concept with an older adult client. The nurse would provide information related to which facility? (Select all that apply.)

What documented assessment finding is suggestive of compromised respiratory function? (Select all that apply.)

What are the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in older adults? (Select all that apply.)

A hospitalized older adult who recently had surgery and a wound infection postoperatively is noted to be losing weight despite consuming provided meal trays and snacks. What is one reason that this mi

An older resident of a long-term care facility diagnosed with dementia has in the last 48 hours become more confused than usual and while usually requiring help with toileting has been incontinent of

A nurse implements a nursing care plan for a patient experiencing constipation. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan?

Which nursing interventions should be implemented to prevent dehydration in hospitalized older adults? (Select all that apply.)

Which factor contributes to poor outcomes for older adults during transitions of care? (Select all that apply.)

A 78-year-old female patient is admitted to the hospital with complaints of abdominal discomfort, constipation, and difficulty passing stools. The patient has also been experiencing urinary incontinen

An elderly patient presents with weight loss, muscle weakness, and poor wound healing. Upon examination, they also exhibit dry, scaly skin and hair loss. Which of the following conditions is most like

Many older adults have a vitamin B12 deficiency. Reasons for this include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

Mrs. Johnson continued: Mrs. Johnson is an 82-year-old widow living alone in her two-story home. She has a history of hypertension, osteoarthritis, and mild cognitive impairment. Mrs. Johnson prefers

A patient tells the nurse, "Every time I laugh or cough, I wet myself." Which type of urinary incontinence is this patient describing?

Which age-related change affects absorption?

The Beers Criteria is an effective tool for health care professionals prescribing and/or managing the medication therapy of older adults since it identifies medications that have what possible outcome

Which of the following are examples of elderspeak? (Select all that apply.)

Elderspeak is often used in communication with older adults. Which of the following statements about elderspeak is true?

You are developing a care plan for an older adult in a long-term care facility that has a nutritional problem. Which interventions are appropriate to ensure adequate nutrition? (Select all that apply.

A 78-year-old female presents to the clinic for a routine check-up. Using the FANCAPES method, which of the following questions is most appropriate to ask when assessing her Nutrition status?

The major goal of the NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) program includes which of the following?

The nurse suspects that a client is experiencing tardive dyskinesia when observing what behavior?

You are preparing a presentation on the wellness-based model for healthy aging. Which of the following concepts should the student include in the presentation? (Select All that Apply.)