A Gerontological Patient Is Being Examined for a Report of Pain

question 8

Multiple Choice

A gerontological patient is being examined for a report of pain in the shoulder.The nurse practitioner completes a thorough systemic examination because:

• A)Older patients with one morbidity often express difficulties in general.
• B)Arthritis of the shoulder is accompanied by other neurological symptoms.
• C)Older patients with arthritis often experience pain in lower extremities.
• D)The patient may not report significant signs and symptoms.

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