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A home health nurse is planning care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

Encourage physical activity prior to bedtime.

Replace the carpet with hardwood floors.

Wear clothing with zippers instead of buttons.

Place locks at the tops of exterior doors.

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The Correct Answer is D

A. Physical activity should be scheduled earlier in the day to prevent overstimulation and promote restful sleep.

B. Hardwood floors increase the risk of falls; carpets provide better traction and cushioning.

C. Zippers can be difficult for clients with Alzheimer's; clothing with Velcro or simple fasteners is preferred.

D. Placing locks at the tops of doors reduces the risk of wandering, a common safety concern in clients with Alzheimer's.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. A cool mist tent may be helpful for other respiratory conditions but is not the priority in epiglottitis.

B. Suctioning the oropharynx can cause further airway irritation and increase the risk of airway obstruction.

C. Epiglottitis can rapidly lead to airway obstruction, and intubation may be necessary to secure the airway.

D. Obtaining a throat culture is contraindicated as it may trigger airway closure.

A. "I can disconnect the suction to the OG tube while holding my baby." B. "I passed this gene to my baby and there's a chance I could pass it onto my next child." C. "My baby might need to have an ostomy." D. "My baby will need to have a high-calorie formula."

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A: Disconnecting the suction to the OG tube while holding the baby is not advisable, especially if the baby is on suction due to abdominal concerns such as NEC. The OG tube is used to decompress the stomach, and disconnecting it without proper instructions can worsen the condition. Therefore, this statement indicates a lack of understanding.

B: While genetic factors may influence some neonatal conditions, NEC is not a genetic disorder. The statement about passing a gene to the baby and potentially to the next child is not accurate in this context.

C: Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a severe gastrointestinal emergency commonly seen in preterm neonates, and it can lead to bowel perforation. In cases of extensive bowel damage or perforation, surgical intervention may be required, including the possibility of an ostomy. This is a correct statement that reflects the understanding of the potential treatment plan for the neonate.

D: NEC typically involves the inability to tolerate feedings, and in such cases, feeding is often withheld temporarily. The baby would not need high-calorie formula in this situation; instead, the focus would be on managing NEC, potentially with IV nutrition or parenteral nutrition (TPN), and addressing the need for surgical intervention.

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