Signs of Hopelessness and Suicide Risk in Older Adults
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What aspect can impact whether older adults are successful in accomplishing the task of aging?

  • Preference for specific types of food
  • Extent of physical change caused by aging and illness (correct)
  • Musical preferences
  • Knowledge of current technological trends

    • 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 (correct)
  • Loneliness
  • Crime and victimization
  • Disease

    • Which factor contributes to the higher prevalence of depression in the aging population?

  • Increased medical problems like hypothyroidism and diabetes (correct)
  • Active social media engagement
  • Daily intake of vitamins and minerals
  • Frequent exercise routines

    • What is the relationship between fear and anxiety, based on the text?

    <p>Anxiety can occur without a known fear, while individuals with known fears usually experience anxiety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended nursing diagnosis approach for anxiety, according to the text?

    <p>Encourage verbalization of thoughts and feelings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can make depression more challenging to recognize in older adults?

    <p>Similarity of symptoms to various medical disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the nursing diagnoses that may be appropriate for older adults experiencing fear and anxiety?

    <p>Risk for Falls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text suggest addressing hopelessness in older adults?

    <p>Provide distraction or diversion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can attitudes toward aging affect older adults' feelings of hopelessness?

    <p>Negative attitudes may contribute to feelings of hopelessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is fear described in relation to functional abilities in older adults?

    <p>Fear decreases as functional abilities decrease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of hopelessness among older adults based on the text?

    <p>Engaging in self-destructive behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior increases the risk of suicide in older adults, according to the text?

    <p>Giving away valuable possessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the most common fears of older adults in the text?

    <p>Crime and victimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT mentioned in the text as contributing to feelings of hopelessness in older adults?

    <p>Unexplained fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior listed is a potential sign of depression that might lead to suicide in older adults?

    <p>Loss of interest in normal activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text recommend nurses do regarding suicide clues?

    <p>Take them seriously and address them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should nurses do to assess the potential for self-destructive behaviors or suicide?

    <p>Spend time exploring factors contributing to hopelessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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