Which elements are stable with less than 8 valence electrons?

A 66-year-old female client complains of stress incontinence. Which intervention would you recommend to help improve her condition?

A gerontological nurse is developing a plan of care to promote the independence of a client who requires a wheelchair for mobility. Which intervention would be most appropriate for the nurse to include?

Which action should the emergency department staff take first for an older patient who is demonstrating extreme confusion?

A nurse is caring for a client at risk for macular degeneration. Which preventative teaching will the nurse provide?

In order to ensure that oral medications achieve full benefit in the older adult patient, the nurse should (Select all that apply):

Hypertension is the most prevalent cardiovascular disease of older adults. Prescription medications are often prescribed to treat hypertension.  However, these medications have a higher risk of adverse reactions for the elderly.   Scenario:  A 72 year old man has consistently measured his blood pressure the last few months at 145/87, 152/84, 146/89, and 154/88.  This patient has a healthy BMI, golfs twice a week, and states he tries to follow the Mediterranean diet.  He reports occasionally using over the counter medications for aches and pains but denies any other prescription medicines.  Which of the following recommendations could potentially be beneficial for this patient to further lower blood pressure?

An older adult client is prescribed nicotinic acid to correct cholesterol imbalances. After teaching the client about possible adverse effects, the nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the client identifies which adverse effect(s)? Select all that apply.

A nurse is preparing a program at a local health fair, promoting activities to reduce clients’ risk of cerebrovascular accidents (CVA). Which activity would the nurse emphasize as a helpful measure(s) for risk reduction? Select all that apply.

An older patient with a history of arthritis has fallen after an episode of dizziness. Laboratory data reveal anemia and stool positive for occult blood. Which assessment question is the most appropriate for the patient’s health situation?