Author Question: A gerontological nurse is helping a potential home health client acquire the supplies that will be ... (Read 14 times)

ss2343 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A gerontological nurse is helping a potential home health client acquire the supplies that will be needed once the client is discharged from acute care. When considering these supplies, the nurse should remember that:

1. Medicare will cover supplies, but only with a physician's written order.
2. Between insurance supplements and Medicare, the elderly client shouldn't have any difficulty with coverage.
3. Most clients in this age group live on a fixed income, and supplies used should be as economical as possible.
4. Clients have to be responsible for their own supplies.

Question 2

When consulting Erikson's developmental theory, the nurse assesses that which of the following older adults will have the least difficulty being successful with the task of this stage?

1. A client who felt success through her children's accomplishments.
2. A client who held his job and work status as the defining feature of his life.
3. A client who maintained a balance between work and home.
4. A client who planned to really enjoy life once she retired.

ririgirl15 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Assuming that all supplies are covered by Medicare when ordered by a physician erroneous.
Rationale 2: Assuming that all supplies are covered by Medicare and/or supplemental insurance is erroneous.
Rationale 3: Financial needs of this age group vary considerably, and problems with income are related to low retirement benefits, lack of pension plans, and increasing length of retirement years. Nurses should be aware of the costs of health care and use supplies that are as economical as possible.
Rationale 4: The nurse should assist the client to apply for whatever assistance programs are available.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: . Those who has been concerned only with the accomplishments of their children can be left with a feeling of emptiness when the children leave.
Rationale 2: People who has been concerned only with the paycheck and their job status can be left with a feeling of emptiness when the job no longer exists.
Rationale 3: People who learned early in life to live well-balanced and fulfilling lives are generally more successful in retirement.
Rationale 4: People who attempt suddenly to refocus and enrich their lives at retirement usually have difficulty.