The Nurse Obtains the Following Assessment Data on an Older

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse obtains the following assessment data on an older patient who has influenza. Which information will be most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?

• A)Fever of 100.4° F (38° C)
• B)Diffuse crackles in the lungs
• C)Sore throat and frequent cough
• D)Myalgia and persistent headache

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Definitions:

Pessimism

Pessimism is the tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen; a lack of hope or confidence in the future.

Type A Personality

A temperament characterized by high competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, and a sense of urgency, often linked with a higher risk of heart disease.

External Locus

The belief that one's successes or failures result from external factors beyond one's control.

Type A Personality

A personality configuration characterized by a constant sense of urgency, competitiveness, impatience, and high stress.