Author Question: Nurse M is employed in an assisted living facility and is privy to many of the changes that ... (Read 73 times)

SO00 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Nurse M is employed in an assisted living facility and is privy to many of the changes that accompany the aging process.

An older female resident of the facility has expressed a fear that her decreased mobility will make her increasingly dependent on her daughter. How can the nurse best respond to the resident's concerns? A) There are treatments and drugs that we can explore which might prevent this from happening..
B) This is a normal part of the aging process and you don't necessarily need to fear it..
C) Many older adults have similar concerns. We can work together to keep you independent as long as possible..
D) I'm sure this is very stressful for you, but it's fortunate that you are not experiencing severe pain or illness..

Question 2

Which nursing intervention would be appropriate for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

a. Sleeping at least 8 hours at night and a nap during the day
b. Sleeping at 4-hour intervals at night
c. No exercise regimen and apply ice to joints as needed
d. Jogging at least 20 minutes three days a week

leeeep · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Answer C validates the client's concerns and expresses the possibility of addressing the issue without downplaying it or providing unrealistic promises. Answer A provides an unrealistic promise of prevention, while answers B and D downplay the severity and significance of the client's concerns.

Answer to Question 2

A
Rest is important because fatigue is a major problem. Sleeping 8 to 10 hours a night and taking a 2-hour nap during the day are recommended.