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PNR 207 Exam 2 Review Topics and Nursing Interventions: Questions & Answers: Updated

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What is a significant risk factor for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults? (Ans- Increased risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) is a significant concern. What happens to the senses... as people age? (Ans- There is a general decrease in senses in older adults. How does the overall physiological function change in older adults? (Ans- Everything slows down in older adults. What type of memory decline is observed in older adults? (Ans- Decreased short-term memory occurs, while long-term memory is usually the last to decline.How do respiratory and heart rates change in older adults? (Ans- Respirations remain unchanged, but heart rate decreases. What integumentary changes occur in older adults? (Ans- Skin becomes thin, dry, and susceptible to tears and infections, with a decrease in elastic fibers and collagen leading to wrinkles and sagging. What causes dry and itchy skin in older adults? (Ans- Reduced sebaceous gland activity and thinner skin contribute to dry, itchy skin. What are age spots and how do they form in older adults? (Ans- Age spots, or senile lentigines, occur due to increased melanocyte activity in some areas.What is the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease? (Ans- Parkinson's disease is characterized by decreased dopamine and increased acetylcholine. What are common causes of hypokalemia? (Ans- Causes include excessive diarrhea, vomiting, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), chronic kidney disease, diuretic medications, excessive sweating, malnutrition, alcoholism, Cushing's syndrome, and renal tubular acidosis. Who is at high risk for excess fluid volume? (Ans- High-risk patients include those with heart failure, kidney failure, liver disease, IV therapy, cirrhosis, corticosteroid therapy, the elderly, and those with SIADH [Show More]

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