When Using the Various Instruments to Assess an Older Person's

question 2

Multiple Choice

When using the various instruments to assess an older person's ADLs, what should the nurse keep in mind as a disadvantage of these instruments?

• A) Reliability of the tools
• B) Lack of confidentiality during the assessment
• C) Self or proxy reporting of functional activities
• D) Insufficient details concerning the deficiencies identified

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Definitions:

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around the nerves, improving the speed and efficiency of electrical impulses.

Recommendations

Advice or suggestions offered with regard to prudent future action, often given formally after careful consideration.

Vegetables

Edible plants or parts of plants, including leaves, roots, fruits, and seeds, often consumed as part of a diet.

Whole Grains

Grains that contain all essential parts and naturally-occurring nutrients of the entire grain seed in its original proportions.