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Which group of individuals in the older adult population is most likely to be widowed?
 
  A) Women under the age of 65
  B) Men under the age of 70
  C) Men over the age of 75
  D) Women over the age of 75

Question 2

The unit manager at a long-term care facility is concerned with the recent weight loss of several residents. The nurse plans a staff in-service to discuss weight loss in older adults, including identifying what possible causes? Select all that apply.
 
  A) decreased thirst and smell
  B) alterations in taste
  C) early satiation (feeling full)
  D) anorexia
  E) decline in physical activity



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Answer to Question 1

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Loss and grief are a significant factor in the older adult population. In 2008, almost half of women (42) were widowed by age 65, compared with 14 of men. Of women 75 years or older, only 28.9 lived with a spouse (AOA, 2009).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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According to the IOM (2010), various physiologic processes are identified as causes for decreased nutrition intake in older adults. These processes include decreased thirst and smell, alterations in taste, early satiation (feeling full), and anorexia. Decreased dietary intake is also associated with a decline in physical activity that further limits the intake of essential micronutrients.





 

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