WGU, Care of the Older Adult - C475. Exam Questions and answers, Graded A+

WGU, Care of the Older Adult - C475. Exam Questions and answers, Graded A+ Which element is part of psychosocial well-being for an older adult? - -Engagement with others How should a nurse greet Estelle Bartlett, a petite, widowed elder, on the first home visit? - -"Mrs. Bartlett, I'm your nurse Clara Jones." What might be an important aspect of an individualized care plan for a low income, depressed community-dwelling elder who is treated with an antidepressant and has favorite pastimes of reading, cooking, and spending time with grandchildren? - -A library card A talented, accomplished, and very active elder wanted to take up painting after retirement. A recent stroke compromised the elder's short-term memory severely. Which community-based program should the nurse suggest to the elder and family first? - -Taking painting classes at the senior center An elder patient missed an arthritis clinic appointment because the patient could not afford the pain medication. After first meeting the patient's immediate medication needs, which two steps should the nurse take in order to prevent a recurrence? Choose 2 answers - -Ask the drug company for help Investigate eligibility for the Medicaid program An 85-year-old widow, living alone, tripped over her beloved dog and broke her leg. Which action should the home-care nurse recommend regarding the dog? - -Find out the elder's ideas What is an effective way to communicate with an older adult living with dementia? - -Approach in a non-threatening manner Older women experience bone loss, which makes them more susceptible to hip fracture. How should an environment change after a hip-fracture repair? - -Raise the toilet seat A vigorous recent widower visited his primary care team and stated that he was lonely. Which recommendation should the team make for this patient? - -Finding a new relationship Which lighting feature in most nursing homes compromises elder adults' ability to function? - -Glare The assessment of which factor in the home environment is required for a client with mobility problems? - -Presence of stairs or other obstacles A home-care nurse visits an elder living with dementia whose spouse is providing care. The nurse notices a restraint sitting in the chair. What is the most important thing the nurse should do? - -Help the spouse plan care without using restraints Which is considered to be a permanent, progressive reduction in mental capacity? - -Dementia When evaluating an older patient, a nurse finds the patient to be highly depressed and suffering from low self-esteem.