Exam 30: Psychosocial Needs of the Older Adult

A nurse and social worker co-lead a reminiscence group for eight young-old adults.Which activity is most appropriate to include in the group?

A patient living in community housing for the elderly says,"I don't go to the senior citizens club.They play cards and talk about the past because that's all they can do." The nurse analyzes these remarks to represent:

An advance directive gives legally binding direction for health care interventions when a patient:

An elderly patient must be physically restrained.Who is responsible for the patient's safety?

A nurse and social worker co-lead a reminiscence group for eight elite-old adults.Which activity is appropriate to include in the group?

Which beliefs by a nurse facilitate provision of safe,effective care for older adult patients? Select all that apply.

A 79-year-old white male tells a nurse,"I have felt very sad lately.I do not have much to live for.My family and friends are all dead,and my own health is failing." The nurse should analyze this comment as:

A nurse plans a staff education program for employees of a senior living community.Which topic has priority?

A nurse wants to assess for suicidal ideation in an elderly patient.Select the best question to begin this assessment.

Which statement about aging provides the best rationale for focused assessment of elderly patients?

A student nurse visiting a senior center says,"It's depressing to see these old people.They are weak and frail.I doubt any of them can engage in a discussion." The student is expressing:

A nurse assessing an elderly patient for depression and suicide potential should include questions about mood as well as: (select all that apply)

When making a distinction as to whether an elderly patient has confusion related to delirium or another problem,what information would be of particular value?

Which remarks by a 72-year-old patient should prompt the nurse to assess for depression? Select all that apply.