Exam 4: NU160 NU 160 Latest Mental Health Concepts

Exam 4: NU160 / NU 160 (Latest

2025 / 2026) Mental Health Concepts | Test Review Questions with Answers | 100 % Correct | Grade A - Galen

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ANA Gerontological Nursing

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Scope and Standards of Practice addresses knowledge and skills for nurses

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age related interventions for older adults

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allow more time for completing tasks, speak slowly and clearly, nonverbal communication

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Mentally ill older adults

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Complications from long-term antipsychotic medications can impact ADLs

Decrease in intellectual function

Interventions individually tailored to promote highest level of functioning

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mental health promotion

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Promote healthful practices at every opportunity

Assess clients for changes in social, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning, and intervene early

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On Monday morning, a nurse arrives at the 78-year-old client's home to change a dressing on her amputated great toe. When the nurse arrives, the client is crying and tells the nurse that her husband died on Saturday. The client apologizes for being so upset. How should the nurse respond?

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have empathy, give opportunity for the pt to open up about feelings 2 / 3

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Sam, a 75-year-old widower, lives alone. He arrives at the clinic for his appointment at the correct time, but a day late. When the nurse points out the mistake, he argues that the nurse made the error. How should the nurse approach this situation?

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figure out where the confusion lies, possible role change issues or age related/meds, assess if pt has new onset confusion

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normal changes in cognition

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Most common changes seen with aging Slower response times Changes in short-term memory Other factors that influence how one ages mentally Culture Education General health Genetics Diet Physical and mental activity Living conditions Confusion is not normal

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