Mental health is said to be influenced by which of the following ...

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Mental health is said to be influenced by which of the following factors? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Diet and nutritional intake
  b. Inherited characteristics
  c. Activities of daily living
  d. Childhood nurturing
  e. Life circumstances

Question 2

A geriatric nurse is teaching the client's family about the possible cause of delirium. Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
 
  1. Taking multiple medications may lead to adverse interactions or toxicity.
  2. Age-related cognitive changes may lead to alterations in mental status.
  3. Lack of rigorous exercise may lead to decreased cerebral blood flow.
  4. Decreased social interaction may lead to profound isolation and psychosis.

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Answer to Question 1

B, D, E
Mental health is influenced by three factors: inherited characteristics, childhood nurturing, and life circumstances. The risk for developing ineffective coping behaviors increases when problems exist in any one of these areas.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: The nurse should identify that taking multiple medications that may lead to adverse reactions or toxicity is a risk factor for the development of delirium in older adults. Symptoms of delirium include difficulty sustaining and shifting attention. The client with delirium is disoriented to time and place and may also have impaired memory.