Test Bank Questions: Geriatric Nursing Assessment Study Guide Rated A+

Increased ICP {Ans: Elevated pressure inside the skull}Urinary tract infection (UTI) {Ans: Bacterial infection in the urinary system}Deficit fluid volume {Ans: Condition related to fluid restriction}Urinary diversion stoma assessment {Ans: Responding to dark stoma color with further assessment}Increased ability to concentrate urine {Ans: Age-related change affecting renal and urinary systems}Kidney stone prevention {Ans: Encouraging increased fluid intake to prevent recurrence}CAUTI prevention {Ans: Emptying catheter bag every 8 hours to prevent infection}BPH cystoscopy {Ans: Warning client of temporary urinary retention post-procedure}Brain stem herniation {Ans: Displacement of brain tissue through the skull opening}Lithotripsy post-care {Ans: Instructing client on post-procedure care after lithotripsy}MS care plan {Ans: Including muscle stretching in the care plan for MS patients}MS fatigue management {Ans: Reducing fatigue by resting in cool environments}Bacterial meningitis assessment {Ans: Expecting signs like neck flexion affecting knees and hips}Fluid intake {Ans: Drinking ample fluids}Ischemic stroke intervention {Ans: Post-stroke care: small meals, breathing exercises, repositioning}Cerebral aneurysm ICP {Ans: Managing increased intracranial pressure with supine positioning}Basilar skull fracture {Ans: Fracture at the base of the skull}Anticoagulant therapy {Ans: Medication to prevent blood clots}End-stage kidney disease (ESKD) {Ans: