Signs of Self-Neglect in Elderly

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What is essential for older persons residing in any accommodation or facility?

Having restrictions on their freedom
Respect for their dignity, beliefs, needs and privacy (correct)
Receiving regular medical check-ups
Being under constant surveillance

In care and treatment facilities, what should older persons be enabled to do?

Share a room with multiple people
Participate in group therapy sessions
Follow a strict daily routine
Make decisions relating to their care (correct)

What is a fundamental aspect of protecting older persons in facilities?

Restricting their social interactions
Providing them with a fixed daily schedule
Limiting their access to information
Respecting their right to make decisions (correct)

What should older persons be provided with in accommodation, care or treatment facilities?

Protection and security (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for older persons to enjoy in facilities, including care and treatment facilities?

Their human rights and fundamental freedoms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of self-neglect?

Physical or emotional harm (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of self-neglect?

Inability to manage one's personal affairs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common behavior of individuals who exhibit self-neglect?

Refusing services that can improve quality of life (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a result of self-neglect?

Inattention to personal hygiene and surroundings (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of individuals who exhibit self-neglect?

Inability to manage one's personal affairs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a nurse's role in ensuring the elderly person's health?

Restricting their diet to prevent illness-causing foods (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to stimulate the elderly person's memory?

To make them feel happy and cared for (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for a nurse to assist the elderly person in their daily activities?

To help them maintain their independence (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is paying constant attention to the elderly person's history and life important?

To stimulate their memory and make them feel happy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of a nurse's role in caring for the elderly person?

To improve their overall well-being and happiness (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the nurse to deal with the patient in a calm and sophisticated manner?

To help the patient feel more comfortable during meals (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the nurse's interaction with the patient during meals?

To develop a therapeutic relationship (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of the nurse's assisting the patient in eating?

Better patient psychological and physical health (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the nurse's role in assisting the patient in eating?

To provide emotional support and comfort (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying reason for the nurse's patient and calm demeanor during meals?

To promote a therapeutic environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential indicator of self-neglect in an individual?

Untreated medical conditions and lack of interest in life (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following may be a consequence of self-neglect?

Increased dementia, confusion, disorientation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential characteristic of an individual exhibiting self-neglect?

Lack of interest or concern about life (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common feature of self-neglect?

Untreated medical conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of untreated medical conditions in an individual exhibiting self-neglect?

Increased risk of further medical complications (C) Signup and view all the answers