A Geriatric Patient, Seen at a Health Screening Fair, Reports

question 204

Multiple Choice

A geriatric patient, seen at a health screening fair, reports increasing fatigue.Based on the laboratory excerpt, which interventions should a nurse include in the patient's care? Select all that apply. Laboratory Excerpt
White blood cell (WBC) count
7,400/mm³
Hemoglobin
10) 1 g/dL
MCV
69 fl
Red blood cell (RBC) count
3) 9 *10⁶ cells/mm³
Serum iron
45 mcg/dL
Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) 195 mcg/dL

• A)Decrease intake of dairy products.
• B)Increase intake of ascorbic acid.
• C)Limit activity.
• D)Monitor for melena.
• E)Review financial resources.
• F)Prepare for blood transfusion.

Acknowledge the psychological and physical symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

Understand the concept of menstrual synchrony among women living in close proximity.

Understand various models and theories of sexual response and their key components.

Identify the physiological signs and symptoms associated with sexual arousal and orgasm.

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Definitions:

Kidney

One of the two organs that excrete urine. The kidneys are bean-shaped organs approximately 11 cm long, 5 cm wide, and 3 cm thick lying on each side of the spinal column, posterior to the peritoneum, approximately opposite the twelfth thoracic and first three lumbar vertebrae.

Prolonged Vomiting

Continuous or extended episodes of vomiting, which can lead to dehydration and the need for medical attention to address its cause.

Fluid Compartments

Divisions in the body that are primarily composed of fluids within and outside cells, including the intracellular and extracellular compartments.

Intracellular Compartment

Sections within a cell, separated by membranes, where different biological processes occur.