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Health Differences Across the Lifespan 2 Study Guide 82. Antacids, such as Maalox, inhibit the absorption of oral phenothiazines, such as fluphenazine hydrochloride (Prolixin). As you are checking the medication sheet for your patient, you notice that both are ordered for your patient. Youshould: a. Give them together as ordered because the dose of Prolixin has been adjusted tothe action of the Maalox b. Make certain that the Maalox and the Prolixin are given two hours apart c. Notify the physician of the incompatibility of the twodrugs d. Withhold the Maalox and give the Prolixin 83. Jim Karson has been hospitalized for three days with complications related to his cirrhosis of the liver. He is being discharged to home today. Which statement by his daughter indicates that the family may need further instruction? a. "I will help prevent dry skin and itching by keeping his skin clean and by using lotionto keep it lubricated." b. "I will help prevent skin breakdown by using powder in all his skin folds." c. "We will bathe him frequently to help control the excess skinoil." d. "We will use only clear water without soap, no lotion, and no powder on his skin." 84. Sarah Benson is a 61-year-old patient in the Community Hospice Program. She has ovarian cancer which has metastasized to her lungs and she is facing another round of chemotherapy and radiation. "I want to donate $10,000 to this hospice program since it has helpedme and my family so much lately." Her offer of a donation most likely has been prompted by what stage in her grieving process? a. Anger b. Denial c. Bargaining d. Acceptance 85. Joey Morganstein has been taking his antidepressant medications regularly. Which finding is most indicative that the medications are effective? a. The number of suicide threats he makes between therapy sessions hasdecreased. b. His overall mood seems to be improved. c. His self-talk is more positive. d. He takes a more active part in therapy sessions.

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