NUR 216 Modules 10, 11, & 12: Questions and Answers with DIAGRAMS For Better Understanding

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NUR 216 Modules 10, 11, &
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12: Questions and
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Answers with DIAGRAMS
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For Better Understanding

, Physiological Changes in Older Adults
-May minimize or ignore symptoms

-Often have several concurrent medical problems

-Often present with atypical signs and symptoms




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Erickson's Theory: Integrity vs. Despair




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-Accept Morality
-Self-Actualization
-Life Review
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Cultural Variations in Older Adults
-Most cultures, the elderly are respected and seen as having wisdom.
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-Children (or Families) are expected to care for their elders.
-Multigenerational households are common.
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A nurse is counseling an older adult who describes having difficulty dealing with several
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issues. Which of the following problems verbalized by the client should the nurse identify
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A. "I spent my whole life dreaming about retirement, and now I wish I had my job back."
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B. "It's been so stressful for me to have to depend on my child to help around the house."
C. "I just heard my friend Al died. That's the third one in months."
D. "I keep forgetting which medications I have taken during the day."
D. "I keep forgetting which medications I have taken during the day."