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82-year-old woman who lost four inches of height - ANSWER Vertebra has
thinned
73-year-old with pneumonia, pathophysiological changes - ANSWER Serous 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 have
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 that 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 mobilization
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 - ANSWER pt has
hypotension, assess medication
Assessment finding CHF - ANSWER lung crackles, shortness of breath
Intervention to improve tissue perfusion - ANSWER Reminding about position
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 changes -
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