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PRN 1486 Exam 2 Study Guide / PRN1486 Exam 2 Study Guide (New, 2020): Gerontologic Nursing : Rasmussen College (SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Check Graded & Verified A)
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RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
PRACTICAL NURSING
PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL



1.	What are some nursing interventions for respiratory system changes with aging?
ANS: 
•	Deep breathing exercises
•	Encourage them to get the flu (yearly) and pneumonia vaccines (every 5 years)
 
2.	What are some changes in the musculoskeletal system with aging?
ANS: 
•	Ht. Decrease (2-3 in.) due to loss of cartilage, thinning of vertebral disks, & curvature of spine
•	Kyphosis
•	Decrease ...
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PRN 1486 Exam 1 Study Guide / PRN1486 Exam 1 Study Guide (New, 2020): Gerontologic Nursing : Rasmussen College (SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Check Graded & Verified A)
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RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
PRACTICAL NURSING
PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL


1.	What is gerontology?
ANS: The scientific study of the effects of time on human development, specifically the study of older persons; it encompasses ALL aspects of the aging process and the consequences of these problems for both the elderly population and society.
 
2.	What is geriatrics?
ANS: A specialty that focuses on healthcare of elderly people and aims to promote health by preventing and trea...
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PRN 1486 Exam 3 Study Guide / PRN1486 Exam 3 Study Guide (New, 2020): Gerontologic Nursing : Rasmussen College (SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Check Graded & Verified A)
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RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
PRACTICAL NURSING
PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 3 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL




1.	How would you instruct a person to get up from a fall?
ANS: 
•	Remain still on the floor or ground for a few moments. This will help you get over the shock of falling.
•	Decide if you're hurt before getting up. Getting up too quickly or in the wrong way could make an injury worse.
•	If you think you can get up safely without help, roll over onto your side.
•	Rest again while your body an...