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Question 1

A 68-year-old healthy community-dwelling older adult asks the practical nurse (LPN) which pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for their age group under current Canadian guidelines. Which response by the LPN is correct?

A single dose of Pneumococcal Conjugate 20 (Pneu-C-20) vaccine is recommended. Pneumococcal Polysaccharide 23 (Pneu-P-23) vaccine must be administered every 2 years. Pneumococcal Conjugate 13 (Pneu-C-13) is the only vaccine recommended for adults over 65. No pneumococcal vaccines are recommended unless the client has chronic lung disease.

Correct Answer:

A single dose of Pneumococcal Conjugate 20 (Pneu-C-20) vaccine is recommended.

Question 2

During a home safety assessment for a client who has experienced recent falls, which environmental modification should the LPN prioritize?

Replacing low-wattage light bulbs with high-intensity fluorescent tubes Removing scatter rugs and securing loose electrical cords along the walls Installing high-pile carpeting in the hallway to cushion potential falls Replacing all door knobs with round brass handles to improve grip

Correct Answer:

Removing scatter rugs and securing loose electrical cords along the walls

Question 3

An older adult client resides in a long-term care home during a seasonal influenza outbreak. In addition to standard precautions, what preventive measure should the LPN advocate for first to protect the resident population?

Confining all residents to their rooms and suspending all communal dining. Administering prophylactic antiviral medication to all residents as directed by public health. Instituting daily screening of staff, visitors, and residents for respiratory symptoms. Requesting immediate transfer of symptomatic residents to the acute care hospital.

Correct Answer:

Instituting daily screening of staff, visitors, and residents for respiratory symptoms.

Question 4

The LPN is teaching an older adult about dietary strategies to prevent osteoporosis. Which combination of nutrients and daily values should the nurse recommend?

Calcium 600 mg and Vitamin D 400 IU daily Calcium 1,200 mg and Vitamin D 800-2,000 IU daily Calcium 2,500 mg and Vitamin D 5,000 IU daily Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D 10,000 IU daily

Correct Answer:

Calcium 1,200 mg and Vitamin D 800-2,000 IU daily

Question 5

An LPN is planning a group exercise program for frail older adults at a community center. Which type of exercise is most effective for preventing falls in this population?

High-intensity resistance training using free weights Progressive balance training combined with moderate strength training Long-distance endurance walking on an outdoor paved track Stretching exercises focused solely on the upper extremities

Correct Answer:

Progressive balance training combined with moderate strength training

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