A nursing instructor who is lecturing to students about how to respond to individuals who are in the midst of a disaster. Which statement would be most appropriate to include about initial nursing interventions for such individuals?
A) You should ask them to give you a brief medical history so their physical needs can be met.
B) Focus on safety needs and provide simple, clear instructions to help them function effectively.
C) Help them determine what their long-term goals will be so they can maintain a sense of hope.
D) Try to redirect their attention away from the problems at hand so you can decrease their anxiety.
Question 2
Which of the following elderly individuals would have the least chance of developing mental health problems as they age?
A) Mr. Jones, who is married, has an 8th grade education, and walks to the mailbox and back every day
B) Mrs. Petrie, who is single, has a graduate education, eats nutritionally balanced meals, and exercises for 20 minutes each day
C) Mr. Perkins, who is single, has a high school education, eats mostly fast food, and walks a mile each day
D) Mrs. James, who is married, has a BS degree, watches what she eats, and, for the most part, does not exercise
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