A 79-year-old patient with diabetic retinopathy presents with sudden onset of blurred vision and eye pain. The nurse notes blood spots (dot hemorrhages) in the retina during the assessment. The patient’s blood glucose is elevated. What is the nurse’s priority intervention?

What is the purpose of the Katz Index?

What is the most effective intervention to prevent delirium in hospitalized older adults?

How did the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbate ageism? 

Which mnemonic is commonly used for physical assessments in older adults? 

An 84-year-old patient with long-standing diabetes reports a gradual decline in hearing, particularly in noisy environments. The patient also describes tinnitus and occasional vertigo. Upon examination, the nurse observes difficulty with high-pitched sounds. What is the most likely cause of this patient’s symptoms?

Which nursing intervention best improves medication adherence in older adults with low health literacy?

What is the goal of the SPICES mnemonic in older adults? 

¿Qué tipo de enlace ocurre cuando dos palabras se pronuncian sin pausa entre ellas?

¿Cuál de las siguientes palabras presenta un diptongo?