Which Observation Would Be of Greatest Concern for an Older

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which observation would be of greatest concern for an older adult patient who is taking several prescribed medications?

• A) Experiencing early-morning confusion
• B) Taking sugarless hard candy for dry mouth
• C) Dangling feet at the bedside to avoid dizziness
• D) Reporting frequent awakenings during the night

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Definitions:

Wary of Strangers

A cautious or suspicious attitude towards unfamiliar people, often considered a natural or learned protective response.

Months of Age

A unit of time used to describe the age of a person, particularly infants and young children, in terms of months rather than years.

Contact Comfort

The psychological and physical comfort that an individual experiences from touching or being in close physical contact with others, especially significant in the context of infant-caregiver attachment.

Pleasure

The sensation of enjoyment or gratification brought about by engaging in or experiencing something desirable.