The nurse is concerned that an older patient is experiencing dysphagia. What assessment findings lead the nurse to this concern in this patient? Select all that apply.
An older patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac). What should the nurse instruct as the mechanism of action of this medication?
The nurse is caring for an older patient newly diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease. The nurse should explain to the client that this diagnosis occurs more frequently in older adults due to which normal aging change?
An older client is newly diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease. What education should the nurse give them about this disease and heartburn issues?
The nurse is assessing an older patient diagnosed with diverticulosis. What assessment findings are congruent with this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
The nurse is assisting an older patient with dysphagia to eat an evening meal. Which foods on the patient's tray can be safely eaten? Select all that apply.
An older patient with a history of GERD has been directed to use over-the-counter medications to help manage symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux by buffering the gastric pH. What education should the nurse provide to the patient in regards to these types of medications?
An older patient with diverticulitis is being discharged home following treatment. Which statement from the patient suggests to the nurse that they may need more educational information to prevent recurrence of diverticulitis and manage the disease?
The nurse is planning a teaching session regarding gastrointestinal ulcers for the residents of an assisted living complex. What content should the nurse include in the presentation?
An older patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease has complications caused by exposure of tissue to gastric acids. The patient is prescribed Tagamet to promote healing. What statement by the patient indicates they need further teaching by the nurse regarding taking this medication?
The nurse is educating a daughter on how to properly feed her older mother. Following education, which observation by the nurse, indicates that the daughter still needs additional instruction?