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Sensory {Ans: -an older person might not be able to read a med label or to recognize the different sizes, shapes or colors of various meds because of vision changes}Distribution {Ans: -how its carried throughout the body -changes in total body mass, body water, and body fat will alter the distribution of certain drugs -changes in hemoglobin and plasma protein albumin results in fewer sites for protein bound drugs}Heat Exhaustion {Ans: -faint/ dizzy -excessive sweating -cool, pale, clammy skin -nausea/ vomiting -rapid, weak pulse -muscle cramps -get to cooler, air conditioned place -drink water if fully conscious -take cool shower/ cool compress}*ATTITUDES* What the nurse does in his/her individual practice {Ans: -maintain a positive attitude -bedside report -interdisciplinary rounding}Celsius to Fahrenheit {Ans: (C x 1.8) + 32}Med Admin in the Home {Ans: -give both written and verbal teaching sheets -What to Include? common side effects, what it is, how to take it, when to take it and what it is for Consult a doctor before: drinking alcohol and before OTC/herbal supplements -properly label the containers -modify containers for ease of use -med reminder systems -be awake and alert when taking meds (could choke/aspirate)}Risks Related