Question 1

An older adult with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)asks why he should quit smoking now.What response by the nurse is best?

Accepted Answer

A) "It will keep your disease from getting worse." 
B) "There are many benefits to quitting even now." 
C) "It will decrease the risk of getting cancer too." 
D) "You're right;there really isn't a reason to quit." 
A) "It will keep your disease from getting worse." 
B) "There are many benefits to quitting even now." 
C) "It will decrease the risk of getting cancer too." 
D) "You're right;there really isn't a reason to quit."

Question 2

The nurse is preparing information for the caregivers of a patient with chronic respiratory issues.The nurse will make the greatest impact on their ability to provide quality care while maintaining the patient's emotional well-being by including:

Accepted Answer

A) suggestions regarding proper nutrition and exercise for the caregiver. 
B) an explanation on how to preserve the patient's sense of autonomy. 
C) encouragement for the primary caregiver to set aside time for his or her own interests. 
D) recommendations of periodic self-reflection regarding the stressors the patient experiences. 
A) suggestions regarding proper nutrition and exercise for the caregiver. 
B) an explanation on how to preserve the patient's sense of autonomy. 
C) encouragement for the primary caregiver to set aside time for his or her own interests. 
D) recommendations of periodic self-reflection regarding the stressors the patient experiences.

Question 3

A patient has been taught about nutrition related to COPD.Which menu selection may indicate a need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

A) Bagel and cream cheese 
B) Broiled chicken breast 
C) Beans and peas 
D) Tofu stir-fry 
A) Bagel and cream cheese 
B) Broiled chicken breast 
C) Beans and peas 
D) Tofu stir-fry

An older adult with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)asks why he should quit smoking now.What response by the nurse is best?

The nurse is preparing information for the caregivers of a patient with chronic respiratory issues.The nurse will make the greatest impact on their ability to provide quality care while maintaining the patient's emotional well-being by including:

A patient has been taught about nutrition related to COPD.Which menu selection may indicate a need for further teaching?

Overview of Gerontologic Nursing

Theories of Aging

Legal and Ethical Issues

Gerontologic Assessment

Cultural Influences

Family Influences

Socioeconomic and Environmental Influences

Health Promotion and Illnessdisability Prevention

Health Care Delivery Settings and Older Adults

Nutrition

Sleep and Activity

Safety

Sexuality and Aging

Pain

Infection

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

Cancer

Loss and End-Of-Life Issues

Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

Pharmacologic Management

Cardiovascular Function

Endocrine Function

Gastrointestinal Function

Musculoskeletal Function

Urinary Function

Cognitive and Neurologic Function

Integumentary Function

Sensory Function

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Exam 22: Respiratory Function

An older adult with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)asks why he should quit smoking now.What response by the nurse is best?

The nurse is preparing information for the caregivers of a patient with chronic respiratory issues.The nurse will make the greatest impact on their ability to provide quality care while maintaining the patient's emotional well-being by including:

A patient has been taught about nutrition related to COPD.Which menu selection may indicate a need for further teaching?

Overview of Gerontologic Nursing

Theories of Aging

Legal and Ethical Issues

Gerontologic Assessment

Cultural Influences

Family Influences

Socioeconomic and Environmental Influences

Health Promotion and Illnessdisability Prevention

Health Care Delivery Settings and Older Adults

Nutrition

Sleep and Activity

Safety

Sexuality and Aging

Pain

Infection

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

Cancer

Loss and End-Of-Life Issues

Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

Pharmacologic Management

Cardiovascular Function

Endocrine Function

Gastrointestinal Function

Musculoskeletal Function

Urinary Function

Cognitive and Neurologic Function

Integumentary Function

Sensory Function

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