NursingNursing PracticeConcepts for Nursing PracticePractice Set 8Cognition
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A nurse working in a pediatric clinic recognizes that which child is most at risk for cognitive impairment?
An infant who is being fed reconstituted powdered formula
A toddler living in an older home that is being remodeled
A preschooler who attends a play group 3 days a week
A school-age child who rides a school bus 5 days a week
The nurse is reviewing new medication orders for several patients in a long-term care facility. Which patient does the nurse recognize as being at the highest risk for having cognitive impairment related to prescribed medications?
The patient prescribed an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection.
The patient prescribed a cholinesterase inhibitor for early Alzheimer's disease.
The patient prescribed a beta-blocker for hypertension.
The patient prescribed a bisphosphonate for osteoporosis.
The nurse is developing a care plan for a patient newly admitted to a unit that cares for patients with cognitive impairment. What is an important component of care for the patients on this unit?
Allow food selections from a menu with several choices.
Schedule frequent field trips off the unit for cognitive stimulation.
Plan for attendance at activities with several other patients on the unit.
Plan for a structured daily routine of events and caregivers.
A patient who is dehydrated has been experiencing confusion. The daughter is concerned about taking the patient home in a confused state. What statement by the nurse is correct?
"Don't worry; the patient should be fine once they are in a familiar environment."
"I can make a referral for a home health aide to assist with the patient."
"Once the dehydration is corrected, the patient's confusion should improve."
"I can show you how to care for the patient once you return home."
An older adult who is cognitively impaired is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia. Which sign or symptom would the nurse expect to be exhibited by the patient?
Severe headache
Flank pain
Increased confusion
Decreased blood glucose