When a Normally Oriented 87-Year-Old Resident in a Long-Term Care

question 21

Short Answer

When a normally oriented 87-year-old resident in a long-term care facility exhibits acute confusion, the nurse should first assess for a(n)______.

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Definitions:

ROCE

Return on Capital Employed; a financial ratio that measures a company's profitability and the efficiency with which its capital is used.

Financing Charges

Interest and other costs associated with borrowing funds or purchasing goods and services on credit.

ROE

Return on Equity; a financial ratio that measures the profitability of a company in relation to the amount of equity, indicating how effectively shareholder equity is being utilized to generate profits.

Financial Leverage

Employing borrowed funds to amplify the potential gains from an investment, while also elevating the likelihood of incurring losses.