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tth

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Two residents of a long-term care facility have been married for over 50 years and lived in the same house until health problems caused them to be admitted to the facility. They are currently assigned to different rooms.
 
  How can the nursing staff best facilitate the couple's sexuality? A) Facilitate a move into the same room if possible
  B) Locate a place in the facility where they can spend time alone
  C) Regularly assess and document their feelings and issues around sexuality
  D) Educate the couple on the ways that they can expect their situation to affect their sexuality

Question 2

The nurse counsels two different older adults who are considering cosmetic surgery. Which of the following teaching points is the most appropriate?
 
  A) Encourage both patients to do whatever it takes to look their best.
  B) Tell them their efforts to avoid the aging process will be frustrating and fruitless.
  C) Explore their reasons for seeking cosmetic surgery to ensure it is a rational decision.
  D) Advise them that not all surgeons are skilled in cosmetic surgery.



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Answer to Question 1

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The ideal situation for these residents would be to remain in the same room if possible. The other cited interventions and assessments are valid, but would not supersede the couple's need to stay together at this stage of life.

Answer to Question 2

C
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Exploring the underlying reasons is the most important thing a nurse could do initially.




tth

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent


Jsherida

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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