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c0205847 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

An older adult lives in a facility that provides, housing, group meals, personal care and support, social activities, and minimal health care services. What type of facility does this describe?

A) Nursing home
B) Assisted living
C) Accessory apartment
D) Home modification

Question 2

A nurse documents the following assessment on an older adult client's chart: dry, thin skin. Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be appropriate for this client?

A) Risk for falls
B) Risk for imbalanced body temperature
C) Risk for infection
D) Risk for sedentary lifestyle

ladyjames123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Various types of housing options exist for older adults. Assisted-living facilities generally provide housing, group meals, personal care and support services, and social activities in a social setting, and there may be some health care provided. Nursing homes provide skilled nursing care and/or long-term care, including meals, personal care, and medical care. An accessory apartment is a separate apartment constructed in part of an existing house, such as a basement or attic. Home modification allows older adults to stay in their own homes by making changes to the home.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C

The dry, thin skin of elderly clients is prone to infection.