17 Questions
What aspect can impact whether older adults are successful in accomplishing the task of aging?
Extent of physical change caused by aging and illness
Based on common fears of older adults listed in the text, which fear is related to a concern about losing their financial stability?
Financial destitution
Which factor contributes to the higher prevalence of depression in the aging population?
Increased medical problems like hypothyroidism and diabetes
What is the relationship between fear and anxiety, based on the text?
Anxiety can occur without a known fear, while individuals with known fears usually experience anxiety.
What is a recommended nursing diagnosis approach for anxiety, according to the text?
Encourage verbalization of thoughts and feelings.
What can make depression more challenging to recognize in older adults?
Similarity of symptoms to various medical disorders
What is one of the nursing diagnoses that may be appropriate for older adults experiencing fear and anxiety?
Risk for Falls
How does the text suggest addressing hopelessness in older adults?
Provide distraction or diversion.
How can attitudes toward aging affect older adults' feelings of hopelessness?
Negative attitudes may contribute to feelings of hopelessness
How is fear described in relation to functional abilities in older adults?
Fear decreases as functional abilities decrease.
What is a common sign of hopelessness among older adults based on the text?
Engaging in self-destructive behaviors
Which behavior increases the risk of suicide in older adults, according to the text?
Giving away valuable possessions
Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the most common fears of older adults in the text?
Crime and victimization
Which factor is NOT mentioned in the text as contributing to feelings of hopelessness in older adults?
Unexplained fatigue
Which behavior listed is a potential sign of depression that might lead to suicide in older adults?
Loss of interest in normal activities
What does the text recommend nurses do regarding suicide clues?
Take them seriously and address them
What should nurses do to assess the potential for self-destructive behaviors or suicide?
Spend time exploring factors contributing to hopelessness
Explore signs of hopelessness and suicide risk in older adults, focusing on failure to eat, take medication, and follow up with medical care. Learn how social isolation, depression, and self-destructive behaviors contribute to suicide risk.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
