NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Accidents happen in the elderly because they have:
A
increased vision
B
increased hearing
C
impaired balance
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Certain conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, or problems with your vision, thyroid, nerves, or blood vessels can cause dizziness and other balance problems.

Detailed explanation-2: -Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence, and generate enormous economic and personal costs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Each year, 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries. Over 800, 000 patients a year are hospitalized because of a fall injury, most often because of a head injury or hip fracture. Each year at least 300, 000 older people are hospitalized for hip fractures.

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