An elderly patient says she is all alone because her husband ...

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An elderly patient says she is all alone because her husband doesn't help her around the house and her oldest daughter lives in another state. The youngest daughter visits and helps both of the parents each week.
 
  The nurse realizes the elderly patient is demonstrating a. actual social support c. anxiety
  b. social isolation d. perceived social support

Question 2

Inspection is a systematic process of observation that includes vision and listening.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer to Question 1

D
Perceived social support is social support that is perceived by the recipient of the support. The elderly patient perceives a lack of social support even though the youngest daughter provides help weekly. Actual social support is identified as social support that is given by others regardless of the recipient's perception of the support.

Answer to Question 2

F

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