What influences the older adult's self-perception? (Select all ...

[silviawilliams41]

What influences the older adult's self-perception? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Family support
  b. Ethnic heritage
  c. Health status
  d. Financial status
  e. Sense of independence

Question 2

What must an older adult develop in order to achieve Erikson's task of integrity versus despair? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. A positive attitude toward aging
  b. Positive self-esteem
  c. A manageable degree of illness
  d. A ready support system
  e. Control of all life choices

[amandanbreshears]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
A patient's sense of independence is the most significant aspect of self-perception.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
It is necessary for the older adult to have some degree of control but not complete control of life choices for the development of integrity rather than despair.

[silviawilliams41]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[amandanbreshears]

Wow, this really help