Author Question: The nurse knows that the coping strategies that are more frequently seen in older adults are: ... (Read 78 times)

kellyjaisingh · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse knows that the coping strategies that are more frequently seen in older adults are: (Select all that apply.)

a. anger.
b. withdrawal.
c. information gathering.
d. avoidance.
e. problem focused.

Question 2

The nurse is educating the patient on the use of relaxing therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further education?

a. I should relax my muscles from head to toe.
b. I visual the relaxed muscle.
c. I should do this three times a week.
d. I focus on muscles that are tense.

joshraies · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B
Cognitive changes may affect an older adult's ability to cope. Anger or withdrawal as coping strategies may be used more frequently than in the past.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
This technique should be done daily. Typically, relaxation progresses from head to toe. With practice, the patient visualizes an image of the relaxed muscles and will be able to relax muscles from the mental image. Progressive relaxation is implemented by having patients focus on muscles that are tensed and then intentionally relax those muscle groups.