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PN2003 Variation in Health Exam Latest Update 82-year-old woman who lost four inches of height - ANSWER Vertebra has thinned 73-year-old with pneumonia, pathophysiological changes - ANSWER Serou s fluid in the membrane 80-year-old assisted living, elite athlete, loss of exercise tolerance - ANSWER normal for heart to contract less Urinary incontinences - ANSWER investigation Father is increasing forgetfulness (part of aging??) - ANSWER older adults ha ve less working memory and slower retrieval Which of the following phenomena, progressive loss of hearing, 83 yr old man - ANSWER multiple changes of inner ear structure Heart muscles are commonly weakened with age - ANSWER heart pumps faster but with less force Common urinary problems with men aged 65 years or older - ANSWER frequent urination Nurses well aware of the high incidence of the prevalence of chronic illness - ANSWER longevity increasing, and many fatal diseases are treatable Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, nurses reflect management rather than healing - ANSWER there are changes that I can help you make that can help you live a full life despite this condition Independent man with hypertension, and diabetes, often has lunch/dinner in restaurants, but takes meds with him - ANSWER Find a social activity tha t doesn't involve eating Cardiac nurse helps patient set goals, patient walk 1 block of the city - ANSWER walk 10 blocks a day Serious chronic condition requires to see physician, which one is the best - ANSWER Doctor C pt feels comfortable and gives plenty of time talking Person with chronic illness, interventions - ANSWER healing requires mo bilization body, mind and spirit Man lives with his wife for 50 years, osteoarthritis, largest impact to manage impact - ANSWER course and progression of the condition Older patient with good health, decline in stamina - ANSWER reduce heart contractility and prolonged cycle What measures for healthy heart - ANSWER low sodium diet and moderate use of alcohol dizziness when getting out of bed, nursing intervention - AN SWER pt has hypotension, assess medication Assessment finding CHF - ANSWER lung crackles, shortness of breath Intervention to improve tissue perfusion - ANSWER Reminding about posi tion changes, encourage physical activity, assess pressure in the body Severe edema in the lower extremities, hairless legs - ANSWER circulation problem, related to age and illness Finding attribute to pathophysiological process instead of age related c hanges -The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
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