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An older female client who has been taking hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Lortab) q4 hours for chronic back pain for the past 5 years tells the registered nurse (RN) that she cannot live without her pain ... pills. When asked if she is addicted, the client states that she is not an addict because the healthcare provider prescribed the pain pills. Which coping mechanism should the RN determine the client is using about her addiction? A. Lack of knowledge about narcotic medications B. Rationalization to support narcotic use C. Transfer of blame to healthcare provider D. Justification of narcotic use due to chronic pain - Answer>>> B. Rationalization to support narcotic use. Rationale: The client is using rationalization to maintain self-esteem when she is questioned by stating that she is not addicted because she is taking medication prescribed by a healthcare provider. (A) may be possible, but the client is being specifically asked about possible addiction. (C) and (D) underlie the complexity of denial in addiction, but the client is trying to maintain self-esteem through rationalization. The home health registered nurse (RN) visits an older woman with heart failure (HF) who is on complete bed rest. Which intervention is most important for the RN to suggest to the client to prevent complications related to immobility? A. Get as much sleep as possible B. Perform leg exercises while in bed C. increase protein intake to combat fatigue D. Invite friends to visit to decrease risk for depression - Answer>>> (B) Perform leg exercises while in bed. Rationale: The client is at risk for complications related to immobility. (B) should be performed frequently to decrease the risk for thrombophlebitis. (A, C and D) are measures to help the client while on bedrest, but the most important complication that the client is at risk for deep vein thrombosis. The home health registered nurse (RN) is visiting an older client with chronic hypertension. What evaluation is most important for the RN to complete with each visit? A. Effectiveness of medication B. Ability to ambulate C. Signs of dehydration D. Familial support - Answer>>> A. Effectiveness of medication Rationale: The highest priority in the care of an older client with chronic hypertension is evaluation of the effectiveness of blood pressure medication (A) and the client's compliance in order to prevent complications related to chronic disease. (B, C and D) are issues common in the older population, but the effectiveness of the blood pressure management is most important. [Show More]

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