Using Erikson's eight stages of development to guide nursing is ...

[rosent76]

Using Erikson's eight stages of development to guide nursing is an example of:
 
  1. A developmental theory.
  2. A body systems model.
  3. A wellness model.
  4. A self-care theory.

Question 2

The public health nurse is planning a presentation for older adults who attend a local senior citizen center. The nurse has been asked to talk about common physiological changes that occur with aging.
 
  Which of the following might the nurse include? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Some forgetfulness is to be expected with aging.
  2. Greater conscious awareness is needed with driving due to delayed reflex time.
  3. Diets need modification because of an increase in taste sensation.
  4. Respiratory muscles weaken with age.
  5. Urinary incontinence is inevitable, and can cause skin breakdown.

[Jane]

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Developmental theories assist nurses in treating clients holistically; Erikson's eight stages of development is an example of a developmental theory that uses physical and psychosocial benchmarks.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Expected changes associated with aging include some forgetfulness, a slowing of reflexes, and a weakening of skeletal muscles. Taste and salivary gland production also diminish with age. Incontinence is not a normal occurrence with aging.

[rosent76]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[Jane]

Great! Please up vote