Author Question: Why is depression a common symptom in older adults who have been admitted to a long-term care ... (Read 64 times)

jace · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Why is depression a common symptom in older adults who have been admitted to a long-term care facility? (Select all that apply.)

a. Their usual coping skills have been overwhelmed.
b. They think that they have no family support.
c. They have self-knowledge that will enable them to cope with new situations.
d. They find support of self-worth through activities and making new friends.
e. They actively seek assistance to reduce depression.

Question 2

What is true of an older adult who used coping skills effectively during his younger years?

a. He will continue to use the same skills without modification.
b. He will modify old skills and develop new ones.
c. He will be at a loss when different types of stresses present themselves.
d. He will be resistant to learning new skills.

6ana001 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B
Relocation is often overwhelming and can cause persons to feel abandoned. Seeking activities and social contacts, developing new coping skills, and asking for assistance with depression are not signs of depression, but of recovery.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Persons who have developed coping skills at a younger age will modify them and develop new skills.