Entries by Daphne Hanson

Balance in an older person

What would you expect to observe in relation to balance in an older person, where their capacity for balance is considered normal for their age range?   Select one:   1.)Maintain centre of gravity with only minimal sway when standing   2.)Some variations in centre of gravity when walking or standing   3.)Requires assistance to […]

Risk as important step in prevention

Recognising changes that can increase risk or contribute to falls is an important step in prevention. Match the word from the drop-down list to the description to demonstrate your knowledge. (Answers can be used more than once) Leaning to one side when standing or sitting Answer choices: Balance, Gait, Posture Hunched over, with head extended […]

Disaster or public health catastrophe

During a disaster or public health catastrophe, one of the government’s roles is to declare a State of Emergency. What is a reason for declaring a State of Emergency, and what does it provide for the disaster area? Who is now allowed to respond? Discuss what declaring a State of Emergency does to benefit the […]

Feeding newborn with formula

A nurse is feeding a newborn with formula. The baby begins choking. What three (3) actions should the nurse take immediately?    2) A nurse is caring for a client who is 24-hours postpartum. What are three (3) reportable findings to the provider?     3)  A nurse is reinforcing nonpharmacological pain interventions. One of them […]

Community Health

Community Health NCLEX Question. The question must be a multiple-choice question. Your question must be related to the weekly topic of gerontology and related to community health. It must be complete with answers and rationales.  You must also explain how you came up with the question and also use references to support your rationales. PLEASE […]