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iveyjurea

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Which statement by a resident best indicates that the resident's psychosocial needs are being met?
 
  a. I'm really enjoying the opportunity to select my own mealtimes.
  b. I miss being at home, but I understand why I must live here.
  c. I appreciate being placed on the waiting list for a private room because I prefer living alone.
  d. I'm an independent person who has al-ways made my own decisions, and I will for as long as I can.

Question 2

Which statement made by a nurse reflects a lack of understanding regarding sexual intimacy and the older adult patient?
 
  a. Older adults express less interest in inti-macy as both acute and chronic illnesses develop.
  b. Sexual expression is considered an en-hancement to the quality of the older adult's life.
  c. Expressing sexual needs may be difficult or impossible for some older adults.
  d. Interest in physical contact tends to pers-ist throughout life for both genders.



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Answer to Question 1

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Psychosocial needs are best met when a patient is encouraged to be independent both physically and mentally. Making choices is a good example psychosocial needs being prioritized.

Answer to Question 2

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Although the need to express interest in sexuality continues among older adults, they face several barriers to sexual expression, including problems arising from low desire, aging, disease, and medications; societal beliefs; and changes in social circumstances. Sexuality remains important as people age and develop chronic and acute illnesses.




iveyjurea

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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