VSIM: Post-Quiz: George Palo
When assessing Mr. Palo's risk for acute depression, the nurse is using the Geriatric
Depression Scale: Short Form. What question(s) should the nurse be prepared to ask
Mr. Palo? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- "Do you often get bored?"
- "Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now?"
- "Are you basically satisfied with your life?"
Mr. Palo has been diagnosed with both mild dementia and depression. Which of his
signs and symptoms are most likely associated with the dementia he is currently
experiencing? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Easily frustrated
- Forgetfulness
- Unkempt appearance
Which assessment findings would indicate that Mr. Palo is experiencing both insufficient
nutritional and fluid intake? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Poor skin
turgor
- General weakness
- Weight loss
- Altered mental status
Mr. Palo states, "I'm old; when you get old, you naturally get depressed thinking of all
the people you've lost and the things that have changed." To best address his safety,
which initial response should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"Depression isn't
a normal part of getting older. Are you thinking about ending your life?"
Which statement made by Mr. Palo identifies an intervention that his family has
implemented to help deal with his decline in executive functioning? - CORRECT
ANSWER-"I put all my bills in a special box, and Maggie pays them twice a month."
When Mr. Palo is unable to button his shirt appropriately after numerous attempts, the
nurse matter-of-factly assumes the task for him. What is the primary rationale for the
nurse's actions? - CORRECT ANSWER-Minimizes his frustration with his failure to
complete the task
Which statement made by Mr. Palo would demonstrate that his religious belief system is
influential in his decision not to consider suicide? - CORRECT ANSWER-"No! He gives
it and only He can take it away."
Considering Mr. Palo's history and assessment findings, which factor is most likely the
primary contributor to his recent weight loss? - CORRECT ANSWER-Depression
When assessing Mr. Palo's risk for acute depression, the nurse is using the Geriatric
Depression Scale: Short Form. What question(s) should the nurse be prepared to ask
Mr. Palo? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- "Do you often get bored?"
- "Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now?"
- "Are you basically satisfied with your life?"
Mr. Palo has been diagnosed with both mild dementia and depression. Which of his
signs and symptoms are most likely associated with the dementia he is currently
experiencing? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Easily frustrated
- Forgetfulness
- Unkempt appearance
Which assessment findings would indicate that Mr. Palo is experiencing both insufficient
nutritional and fluid intake? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Poor skin
turgor
- General weakness
- Weight loss
- Altered mental status
Mr. Palo states, "I'm old; when you get old, you naturally get depressed thinking of all
the people you've lost and the things that have changed." To best address his safety,
which initial response should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"Depression isn't
a normal part of getting older. Are you thinking about ending your life?"
Which statement made by Mr. Palo identifies an intervention that his family has
implemented to help deal with his decline in executive functioning? - CORRECT
ANSWER-"I put all my bills in a special box, and Maggie pays them twice a month."
When Mr. Palo is unable to button his shirt appropriately after numerous attempts, the
nurse matter-of-factly assumes the task for him. What is the primary rationale for the
nurse's actions? - CORRECT ANSWER-Minimizes his frustration with his failure to
complete the task
Which statement made by Mr. Palo would demonstrate that his religious belief system is
influential in his decision not to consider suicide? - CORRECT ANSWER-"No! He gives
it and only He can take it away."
Considering Mr. Palo's history and assessment findings, which factor is most likely the
primary contributor to his recent weight loss? - CORRECT ANSWER-Depression
