When Assisting with PM Care for an 82-Year-Old Client Recuperating

question 24

Multiple Choice

When assisting with PM care for an 82-year-old client recuperating from pneumonia,the nurse observes that the client appears to be uncharacteristically confused,asking "Where am I?" Which of the following interventions is the most therapeutic for this particular client?

• A) Listen for lung sounds.
• B) Reorient the client to place.
• C) Ask some simple questions to confirm the confusion.
• D) Assess the client's pulse oximetry reading on room air.

Recognize the Supreme Court's role and decisions related to race and discrimination.

Identify and differentiate between key Supreme Court cases involving race and the criminal justice system.

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

A long, coiled tube where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs, extending from the stomach to the large intestine.

Digestion

The process by which food is broken down into smaller components that can be absorbed and utilized by the body.

Emulsification

The process by which large fat droplets are broken down into smaller, uniformly distributed particles, usually aided by substances called emulsifiers.

Lipid Digestion

The process of breaking down fats into fatty acids and glycerol, mainly occurring in the small intestine.