The new nurse at a long-term care center asks the director of ...

[iveyjurea]

The new nurse at a long-term care center asks the director of nursing why he needs to learn so many theories of aging. What response by the director is best?
 
  a. No theories have been proven yet.
  b. A wide range of theories allows for holistic care.
  c. It's required knowledge for certification exams.
  d. All the theories are important, so we use them all.

Question 2

The director of nursing at a long-term care facility is getting ready for the annual inspection. What information guides the director?
 
  a. Visits cannot be unannounced.
  b. The director must be off site during the inspection.
  c. Nurses must answer questions from the inspectors.
  d. Results will be shared only through the mail.

[pami445]

Answer to Question 1

B
Using a combination of different theories, each with its own focus, allows the nurse to plan individualized, holistic nursing care.

Answer to Question 2

C
Nurses present during inspections must answer questions posed by the inspectors. Visits can be unannounced. The director should be present during the survey. Results are shared during a con-ference, then a report is mailed later.

[iveyjurea]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[mcabuhat]

Excellent