The nurse is educating a group of older adults about musculoskeletal changes associated with aging. Which statement best describes how these changes can impact functional ability?

Answer and explain your reasoning in your scratch paper. Answers without explanations will not get credit.

An elderly client has a positive TB skin test. What additional tests should the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider to order, to rule out active tuberculosis (TB)?

The home care nurse observes a buildup of cerumen in both ears of an older client. How should the nurse respond?

The nurse is reviewing client charts as part of a quality improvement initiative to prevent catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI).  Which case does the nurse identify as an example of inappropriate catheter use?

Complete the sentence and explain in your scratch paper. Answers without explanations will not get credit.

The nurse is providing care to an older diabetic resident. Which new findings would prompt the nurse to prioritize checking a blood glucose as one of the immediate actions?

The nurse is teaching management of type 2 diabetes mellitus to a group of older adults. Which participant statement below indicates that some re-education is needed?

Client with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is taking Tamsulosin (Flomax) and following lifestyle recommendations such as limiting evening fluids and avoiding decongestants. During a follow-up visit, he reports on his urinary symptoms.Based on which client statement does the nurse document that the treatment plan is effective?

A 68-year-old African American male with a history of hypertension and Type 2 diabetes presents to the clinic for a routine check-up. The patient reports fatigue, swelling in the legs, and decreased urine output over the past few weeks. The provider orders lab tests to assess renal function. Previous labs a year ago were normal.  Which lab tests does the nurse report as indicative of  a decline in renal function? Select all that apply.