A gerontological nurse is making rounds on the medical unit…
A gerontological nurse is making rounds on the medical unit and notices an older adult client sitting quietly alone in the room. Which concept would be most important for the nurse to integrate into the plan of care to address this behavior?
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A nurse is developing a plan of care for an older adult client with several chronic conditions. Which information would be important for the nurse to integrate into the plan when identifying goals for the client? Select all that apply.
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A 78-year-old client, who has had surgery, has become incontinent during the postoperative period. A review of the client’s history and physical exam reveals that the client has no previous history of problems related to urinary incontinence. Further assessment reveals no underlying physical issue related to incontinence. Which factor would the nurse most likely suspect as contributing to the client’s current condition?
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