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1. The nurse working in a long-term care facility incorporates a focused assessment ofthe immune system for all newly admitted patients over the age of 65. Older adultsare more likely to develop problems related to immune function than are middle-aged people. The focused immune assessment includes a systemic approach basedon age-related changes in immunologic function. (Learning Objective 4)a. What changes in the immune system in the older adult increase the incidence ofinfection and cancer in this population?b. Explain why older adults may have decreased inflammatory responses.c. Why are older adults at increased risk of gastroenteritis and diarrhea secondaryto proliferation of intestinal organisms?
2. The nurse educator for an oncology unit is preparing an in-service presentation fornew nurses about the care of patients with immunodeficiencies. Patients with cancerwho are receiving chemotherapy, as well as those with bone marrow transplants, areimmunocompromised and require special attention to assess for signs of infection.The nurse educator focuses on special care needs of this patient population.a. What is the rationale for assessing the pulse and respiratory rates for 1 fullminute in a patient with immunodeficiency?b. What special precautions about dietary restrictions and food preparation shouldbe included in the teaching for a patient with immunodeficiency?c. What nursing actions should be implemented to decrease the risk of infection inthe patient with immunodeficiency?3. Molly Baker, a 22-year-old patient, presents to the clinic with the diagnosis ofallergic rhinitis. She states that she develops paroxysmal sneezing, clear nasaldrainage and congestion, watery, red eyes, and nasal itching from the late springuntil the first frost in the fall. She states that she has a dry cough and voicehoarseness. She complains of feeling extremely tired, unable to sleep at night, andhaving difficulty concentrating on her collegiate course work.a. What further assessment should the nurse provide?
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Consider the different methods of contraception described in this chapter. Rank the top five methods according to how they suit your particular lifestyle. Take into account such considerations as convenience, cost, and how often you have sexual intercourse. Please consider protection against STD’s.