Prophecy Lpn/lvn A Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Older patients are at risk for which of the following condition? A. Increased gastric motility B. Increased pain treshold C. Increased skin elastisity D. Increased cardiact output {Ans: B. Increased pain treshold}Which of the following is the route of administration of a drug that is placed under the tongue? A. Buccal B. Transdermal C. Topical D. Sublingual {Ans: D. Sublingual}What can help prevent delirium and functional decline in a patient with dementia? A. Offering water B. Ambulation C. Pain medication D. One to one sitter {Ans: Either B or C}A 70-year-old patient that knows very little English was admitted to along term care facility. What is best way to communicate what you are about to do during your med pass/ A. tell her what you are doing and hopse she understands B. Contact appropriate interpreter services to explian the process C. Place medication on bedside table and walk away D. use hand gesture to mimic what you are going to do {Ans: B. Contact appropriate interpreter services to explian the process}You have just administered furosemide (Lasix) to an older, confused patient. What intervention is MOST important to keep the patient safe? A. Observe the patient's skin