N213: Health Differences Across the Life Span 3

N213: Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3 Study Guide 57. Patients with osteoporosis generally receive estrogen therapy for: a. Increasing tolerance to physical activity b. Decreasing bone pain c. Increasing the rate of resorption d. Decreasing the rate of resorption 58. What would be the most appropriate short-term goal for a patient who has osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease)? a. “Patient will eliminate use of narcotic pain relievers if diarrhea develops.” b. “Patient will contact the local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation for resources.” c. “Patient will describe measures to relieve muscle spasms and stiffness.” d. “Patient will limit physical activity in the morning.” 59. Your patient has sustained a C7 spinal cord injury. What would be your most important intervention during the acute stage of nursing care for this patient? a. Maintaining a patent airway b. Turning and repositioning every two hours c. Monitoring vital signs d. Maintaining proper alignment 60. You are the nurse caring for a patient that has just had decompression surgery on a brain tumor. You need to immediately report the following symptom to the patient’s neurosurgeon: a. Temperature 100.1 ◦ F with a pulse of 100 b. Presence of a gag reflex c. Decreased urine output d. Blood pressure of 140/58 and pulse of 48 61. You are caring for a patient with a diagnosis of Huntington’s disease. Which is NOT an appropriate intervention for your patient? a. Promoting a low stress environment b. Padding the side rails of the bed c. Allowing extended time to eat meals d. Restricting the number of visitors

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