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A nurse is caring for a patient who has dementia due to Alzheimer's disease and was admitted to a long-term care facility following the death of her partner of 40 years. The patient states, "I want to go home; my husband is waiting for me to cook dinner." Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

"This is where you live now."

"This is a safer place for you to live."

"Your family said there is no one to care for you at home."

"Tell me what you like to cook for dinner."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Stating "this is where you live now" may cause frustration.

B. Telling the patient it is safer does not acknowledge their emotions.

C. Mentioning family decisions may increase anxiety.

D. This approach validates the patient’s feelings and redirects the conversation without causing distress.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. – Incorrect. Raw fruits and vegetables can harbor bacteria, increasing the risk of infection for a patient with neutropenia.

B. Take temperature weekly. – Incorrect. Patients with neutropenia should check their temperature daily, as fever may be the first sign of infection.

C. Perform mild exercise, such as gardening. – Incorrect. Gardening exposes the patient to soilborne fungi and bacteria, which can be harmful.

D. Avoid crowds. – Correct Answer. Neutropenic patients are highly susceptible to infections, so avoiding crowds helps reduce the risk of exposure to contagious illnesses.

A. Alert and oriented, blood and urine without ketones, no orthostatic blood pressure changes. B. Alert and oriented, balanced intake and output, moist mucous membranes. C. Respirations easy and unlabored, eats 50-75% of meals, vital signs stable. D. Equal intake and output, denies pain or shortness of breath.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Alert and oriented, blood and urine without ketones, no orthostatic blood pressure changes – These findings indicate improved hydration, resolution of hyperosmolarity, and recovery of neurological function, key markers of HHS improvement.

B. Alert and oriented, balanced intake and output, moist mucous membranes – While improved hydration is good, ketone clearance and hemodynamic stability are more important indicators.

C. Respirations easy and unlabored, eats 50-75% of meals, vital signs stable – Respiratory status is not the primary concern in HHS.

D. Equal intake and output, denies pain or shortness of breath – These signs do not specifically indicate resolution of HHS.

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