What High Priority Assessment Should a Nurse Caring for an Older

question 3

Multiple Choice

What high priority assessment should a nurse caring for an older adult who self-administer medications preform?

• A) Use of stimulants
• B) Overuse of benzodiazepines
• C) Misuse of antihypertensive medications
• D) Trading medications with acquaintances

Understand the components and theories related to love and attraction.

Identify factors influencing persuasion and attitude change.

Understand attribution theory and its implications on self-perception and judgment of others.

Recognize the impact of mere exposure on preferences and likings.

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Definitions:

Manic Episode

A period of abnormally elevated mood, energy, and activity levels, often associated with bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Unipolar Episode

A period characterized by a persistent depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, without the mood swings associated with bipolar disorder.

Depressive Episode

A period marked by severe symptoms of depression, such as profound sadness, lack of energy, and sleep disturbances, lasting for at least two weeks.