This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Older adults have the same basic health needs as others. They may also have what additional need? ... (Read 33 times)

cherise1989

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
on: Jul 11, 2018
Older adults have the same basic health needs as others. They may also have what additional need?
 
  A) Physiological balance
  B) Connection
  C) Monitoring
  D) Gratification

Question 2

Which of the following older adults is most likely to require surgery to correct his or her podiatric health problem?
 
  A) A 71-year-old who has corns that he has unsuccessfully treated on his own.
  B) A 73-year-old patient of a podogeriatrician who experiences pain from plantar fasciitis.
  C) A 66-year-old who developed bunions following many years of wearing high-heeled shoes at work.
  D) A 73-year-old whose onychomycosis fungal infection has proven resistant to treatment.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

AngeliqueG

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 343
Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Optimal health for older adults rests on the degree to which the needs for physiological balance, connection, and gratification are satisfied. The complexities of health care and the changing health status of aging people warrant monitoring to track progress and needs.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Bunions often require surgery, whereas corns, fungal infections, and plantar fasciitis are less likely to necessitate such treatment.


cherise1989

  • Member
  • Posts: 555
Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

bbburns21

  • Member
  • Posts: 336
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

Did you know?

Aspirin may benefit 11 different cancers, including those of the colon, pancreas, lungs, prostate, breasts, and leukemia.

Did you know?

Over time, chronic hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus infections can progress to advanced liver disease, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Unlike other forms, more than 80% of hepatitis C infections become chronic and lead to liver disease. When combined with hepatitis B, hepatitis C now accounts for 75% percent of all cases of liver disease around the world. Liver failure caused by hepatitis C is now leading cause of liver transplants in the United States.

Did you know?

During the twentieth century, a variant of the metric system was used in Russia and France in which the base unit of mass was the tonne. Instead of kilograms, this system used millitonnes (mt).

Did you know?

During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.

Among the health benefits of marriage is a longer life. Among the health benefits of marriage is a longer life.
A partnership between the patient and the health care provider. A partnership between the patient and the health care provider.
SOHC engines usually require additional components such as a rocker arm to operate all of the ... SOHC engines usually require additional components such as a rocker arm to operate all of the ...
Basic Design of the Driving and Cell Phone Distraction Experiment Basic Design of the Driving and Cell Phone Distraction Experiment
Everyone—from children to adults—can help eradicate hunger Everyone—from children to adults—can help eradicate hunger
Approximately 40 percent of farmers in the United States are 55 years old or older Approximately 40 percent of farmers in the United States are 55 years old or older
Video: Smoking Cessation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library