1. American Jewish University Pulmonary Fibrosis and Abused Patients Essay
Question DescriptionGeriatric Assignment:FIRST PART:Place name on top left or right
corner of paperNo single word responsesAt least 50+ words in each response to
questionsGive questions some thought and answer honestly and sincerelyGive examples to
explain what you meanScenario: AbuseMr. CO75 year old maleAdmitted with pulmonary
fibrosisAs you are going towards the room to administer medications you hear his son say
to him in a nasty tone of voice: “Stop being so stubborn. I need you to give me access to your
bank accounts. You’re going to die alone unless you start cooperating.”As you enter he
room, the son leaves quicklyYou notice the patient has tears in his eyesYou ask “Is
everything okay?”Patient shakes his head yes. Remains nonverbalYou give the medications
and leave the roomInstructions:Did you notice any signs of elder abuse? If so, what types of
elder abuse were noted?What signs, (in the scenario) if any suggest that the nurse should
ask some follow up questions?As a nurse in this scenario what is your next action?What
actions would you NOT take?What if the patient said “NO” when you asked if everything
was okay?What questions would you ask to complete a nursing assessment?What is your
emotional response to the thought of caring for an older adult who has been
mistreated?What would you do to conduct a clinical assessment for screening and detection
of elder mistreatmentWhat are general warnings signs of elder abuse?How can older adults
protect themselves from ever becoming victims of abuse or mistreatment?SECOND PART:•
Place name on top left or right corner of paper• No single word responses• At least 100+
words in your response• Give questions some thought and answer honestly and sincerely •
Give examples to explain what you meanAssignment:You are viewing social media at home
when you notice one of your coworker’s posts. The post is complaining about an elderly
patient on your unit. The post reveals that the patient has Alzheimer’s disease and is “crazy”
and states “I can’t wait until she is transferred out of here and back to Comfort Care Homes.
After this shift, you will find me at the bar, line them up, I will need it.” Additionally, the
coworker’s full name, occupation and employer are listed on their “about me” page. What
would you do regarding this posting? Explain clearly.