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VSIM EDITH NURSING PHARMACOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS -17
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VSIM EDITH NURSING PHARMACOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONSAND ANSWERS #17
The nurse performs a focused musculoskeletal assessment on a patient with a hip
fracture. Which of the following should the nurse include for this type of assessment? -
correct answer Muscle weakness
Pain
Joint tenderness
An older adult is admitted for a hip fracture and is confined to bed. What is the priority
action by the nurse to decrease the risk of pressure injury? - correct answer Reposition
the patient every 2 hours.
Which age-related change(s) increase the risk for complications after illness or injury in
the older adult? - correct answer Altered pain and pressure perception
Decreased skin elasticity
Fragile blood vessels
Decreased muscle strength and bone demineralization
A provider orders docusate sodium 100 mg PO twice a day for an older patient. The
pharmacy provides docusate sodium liquid 150 mg/15 ml. How much medication should
the nurse administer? - correct answer 100mg/1 *15ml/150mg= 1500/150=10ml
An older adult patient has been admitted for a hip fracture. The nurse is assessing fall
risk using a fall risk tool. What essential element(s) should the tool assess? - correct
answer Medications
Sensory impairments
Mental and emotional status
Symptoms of dizziness
Altered elimination
Devices such as pillows, trapeze bars, special mattresses, and trochanter rolls are used
for what primary purpose? - correct answer To alleviate pressure and maintain proper
body alignment
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