Questions and Answers
What aspect of the patient's response to chronic illness does the Shifting Perspectives Model focus on?
The person's perspective and their shifting viewpoint
When a patient expresses, 'I can not walk up and down the stairs safely,' what aspect of their needs is being highlighted?
Mobility challenges
Which statement reflects a positive coping mechanism by the patient with chronic illness?
"I go online to be with my friends and exercise with them"
What is the primary goal of rehabilitation for Mrs. Limza?
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Which assessment tool might be useful in evaluating Mrs. Limza's functional abilities pre-discharge?
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How can Mrs. Limza's quality of life be enhanced during her rehabilitation process?
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Why is observation considered the best way to determine actual ability in acute care or rehab?
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What is the distinguishing factor between acute illness and chronic illness on ADL’s and IADL’s of the older adult?
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Which type of changes in ADL’s and IADL’s can occur quickly and be related to a disease process?
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Why is it important for an older adult to learn to live with a chronic condition?
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