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schs14

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older patient appears to have few friends and little family. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Encourage the patient to stay in contact with remaining family members.
  b. Help the patient find new social outlets and support systems.
  c. Assess the patient for depression or sub-stance abuse.
  d. Ask the patient why there are so few friends and family.

Question 2

The nurse works with older adults to help plan for possible in-home care needs knowing that what percentage of older adults will need this type of care during their lifetimes?
 
  a. 50
  b. 60
  c. 75
  d. 85


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Social networks are invaluable to help mitigate the effects of major life events on health. The nurse can encourage the patient to join groups or organizations in order to make new friends. Staying in touch with family may or may not be desired. The patient may need assessment for substance abuse, but this is not the best action. Asking why questions often puts people on the defensive, and this technique is not considered a therapeutic communication tool.

Answer to Question 2

D
About 85 of older adults will need some type of in-home assistance during their lifetimes.


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