LVN Geriatric Care 3

Question 1

Which assessment tool is most commonly used by LVNs to evaluate fall risk in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

Morse Fall Scale

Answer

Glasgow Coma Scale

Answer

Braden Scale

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Norton Scale

Question 2

An elderly patient with arthritis is at risk for skin breakdown. Which position change schedule is recommended to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

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Every 4 hours

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Every 6 hours

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Once per shift

Question 3

A patient scores 14 on the Braden Scale. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Moderate pressure ulcer risk

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Low pressure ulcer risk

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High pressure ulcer risk

Answer

No risk present

Question 4

Which environmental modification is the most effective first-line intervention to prevent falls in a geriatric unit?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring adequate lighting and clear pathways

Answer

Applying wrist restraints at night

Answer

Keeping all bed rails raised

Answer

Limiting fluid intake to reduce nighttime toileting

Question 5

An 85-year-old patient has a stage 2 pressure injury on the coccyx. Which wound description matches stage 2?

Accepted Answer

Partial-thickness skin loss with a shallow open wound

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Intact skin with non-blanchable redness

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Full-thickness tissue loss with visible bone

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Full-thickness skin loss with slough

Question 6

Which footwear instruction should the LVN provide to reduce fall risk in an ambulatory elderly patient?

Accepted Answer

Wear well-fitting non-skid footwear at all times when up

Answer

Wear thick socks without shoes for comfort

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Wear slippers that are easy to slip on and off

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Go barefoot to improve proprioception

Question 7

A nursing home patient is found on the floor. After ensuring safety, what is the LVN's next priority action?

Accepted Answer

Assess for injury before moving the patient

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Immediately assist the patient back to bed

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Document the incident and notify the family

Answer

Apply a vest restraint to prevent future falls