An Older Client in a Long-Term Care Facility Is Receiving

question 4

Multiple Choice

An older client in a long-term care facility is receiving an annual physical examination and is ordered laboratory tests that include a complete blood count, serum electrolytes, and thyroid tests. When the client's son questions why these tests are being ordered by saying, "Dad is 85 why are you bothering him?" the nurse's response is based on an understanding that:

• A) the health care provider ordering the tests needs to explain the rationale to the son.
• B) when conducted annually, all of the tests are helpful in promoting maximum health for older adults in the long-term care setting.
• C) the tests are useful, but only if clinically indicated.
• D) the complete blood count and serum electrolytes are useful screening tests, but the usefulness of the thyroid test should be questioned.

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