what health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury
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Multi Dimensional Care | Final Exam

1. What health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding home modifications can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older adults.

2. Dry skin (Xerosis) can lead to itching (Pruritis). What statement by the client indicates need for further teaching about preventing dry skin?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. What medication class can decrease tissue inflammation but delays bone healing?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are known to decrease tissue inflammation but may delay bone healing. Anticoagulants (Choice A) are used to prevent blood clotting, opioids (Choice C) are pain relievers, and narcotics (Choice D) are drugs that affect the central nervous system. While all the choices may have their own indications and uses in healthcare, NSAIDs are specifically associated with delaying bone healing despite their anti-inflammatory properties.

4. The nurse is caring for 4 clients. Which of these clients will the nurse see first?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

5. The nurse assesses a wound with exudate. What should not be included when documenting the exudate?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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