You are a nurse practitioner providing care to a 70-year-old patient with a terminal illness who is receiving hospice care at home. The patient’s family has expressed concerns about the patient’s emotional state, noting that they appear sad, withdrawn, and disinterested in activities they once enjoyed. As the nurse practitioner, how would you differentiate between grief and depression in this end-of-life scenario?

What is an effective intervention to address loneliness and social isolation in older adults?

Mrs. Thompson, a 70-year-old woman with a history of type 2 diabetes, visits her nurse practitioner for a routine check-up. She has been managing her diabetes well with diet and exercise, but her nurse practitioner considers the potential benefits of metformin beyond glycemic control. Recent research suggests that metformin may have additional benefits outside of managing diabetes. Considering Mrs. Thompson’s medical history, which of the following statements best describes the potential benefits of metformin for cancer prevention and cognitive effects?

An 83-year-old female patient with refractory pain in the setting of metastatic cancer. Which type of palliative care is most appropriate for this patient?

As a nurse practitioner, you are educating a group of healthcare professionals about advance care planning. Which of the following statements best explains when and how to have advance care planning discussions with patients?

You are a nurse practitioner caring for a terminally ill patient with advanced cancer. The patient’s family is facing difficult decisions about end-of-life care options. As the nurse practitioner, how would you explain the association between aggressive end-of-life care and bereavement outcomes for families?

Which of the following diagnostic tests would a provider order to evaluate left ventricular dysfunction?

Michael has advanced lung cancer and is currently receiving palliative care. He has been experiencing severe pain, mainly in the chest and back, despite being on oral morphine for pain management. He is currently on oral Morphine for pain relief. Michael presents to the hospice clinic with complaints of uncontrolled pain, despite taking his prescribed oral morphine as directed. He describes his pain as constant, sharp, and worsening, affecting his ability to breathe and sleep. The nurse practitioner performs a thorough physical examination, noting tenderness over the chest and back. Michael’s respiratory rate is increased, and he appears fatigued and distressed due to the severe pain.     Considering Michael’s case, what is the primary purpose of using the equianalgesic table for opioid conversions?

A 79-year-old female presents to your clinic prior to a cruise ship vacation with her family. What potential considerations should the provider have? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following is false regarding prescribing for older adults?