The Nurse Is Concerned That an Older Patient with a Chronic

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse is concerned that an older patient with a chronic illness is on a trajectory towards frailty and dependence. From the nursing assessment findings listed, which is the priority?

• A) Sustained cognitive impairment
• B) Conditions controlled with medications
• C) Family that phones several times a day
• D) A decline in functional ability

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Definitions:

Primarily Liable

The main party responsible for fulfilling an obligation or settling a debt in legal or financial contexts.

Secondarily Liable

Refers to a party who is indirectly responsible for a debt or obligation, where primary liability lies with another party, but the secondary party may be called upon to fulfill the obligation if the primary fails to do so.

Collateral

Assets that are pledged as security for the repayment of a loan, which can be seized by the lender if the borrower fails to repay the loan as agreed.

Primarily Liable

Refers to the party who holds the initial or most significant responsibility for fulfilling an obligation or debt.