NR 548 Week 6 Exam 3 (35 Questions Exam)

6. The Beers list is an effective tool for healthcare professionals prescribing and/or managing the medication therapy of older adults since it identifies medications that for this population: • have a higher than usual risk for injury 7. A client who reported, “a problem sleeping” shows an understanding of good sleep hygiene when: • limiting the afternoon nap to just 30 minutes 8. Common causes of dyspnea in the older adult may include which of the following? • Heart failure Asthma Chronic obstructive lung disease Pneumonia 9. Common ethical issues in the nursing home may include which of the following? Quality of life Decision-making capacity Preservation of autonomy Surrogate decision making 10.The cost of nursing home care is significant. The primary payer for nursing home care is: • Medicaid and private pay. 11.Each of the following assessment finding is a contributor to an older client’s risk for falls except: • client has a history of contact dermatitis and psoriasis 12.Each of the following data supports the diagnosis of sleep apnea in the older adult except: • Changing the client's dressing when the client asks, "Will you change this bandage now?" 20.The nurse practitioner demonstrates an understanding of the older client’s preventable risk factors for early death when: • providing clients with information regarding the effectiveness of a nicotine patch monitoring the blood pressure of those living at a homeless shelter each month weighing the clients who visit a walk-in clinic that is located in an economically depressed neighborhood educating the diabetic residents of a low rent apartment complex on how to monitor their blood glucose levels 21.The nurse practitioner documents that an older adult client is living independently in a safe environment. Which assessment data supports this evaluation? • The client demonstrates the home's security alarm system. Various safety features were installed when the bathroom was remodeled. The nurse observes the client wearing a safety alarm bracelet. The client's home is within walking distance of a grocery store. 22.The nurse practitioner educates the older client that the greatest risk related to poor foot care results is: • loss of independent mobility. 23.The nurse practitioner has the obligation to ask questions and obtain specific information about the use of herbs and supplements. Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding herbal therapy? • may interact with prescription medications 24.A nurse practitioner in an area of the country that is prone to tornadoes routinely discusses disaster preparedness with older • rates the pain as an 8 out of a possible 10 develops clusters of fluid-filled vesicles reports symptoms focused on one side of the body 32.A nurse suspects that her next-door neighbor, an older woman, is a victim of elder abuse by her daughter. What is the appropriate action for the nurse to do in this situation? • Complete a confidential report with the adult protective services in the area. 33.Of the following agents, which is least likely to cause a chronic or recurrent cough? • Gabapentin 34. An absence of