Which disease cause an older an older adult to struggle with stiff muscles , shaky movements , and progressive loss of muscle function?

a. alzheimer's disease

b. arthritis

c. osteoporosis

d. parkinson's disease

Our emotions, such as anger, love, and fear, are reactions of the mind and body. select the best answer from the choices provided. t f

Take a nutritional supplement during times of stress a. is recommended by al doctors as a stress management technique b. has been scientifically proven to aid in stress management c. only adds to the stress you’re feeling d. can you feel better because you believe it will you

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?