An Older Person Notices That After Working in the Garden

question 2

Multiple Choice

An older person notices that after working in the garden she has to sit and rest for a few minutes. What should the nurse say in response to this patient?

• A) "This means that you are not eating enough."
• B) "It might be that the gardening will need to be given up if it is too tiring for you."
• C) "That's an abnormal behavior that should be investigated by your health-care provider."
• D) "This means you are moderating activity with rest to stay energized throughout the day."

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Definitions:

Death Panel

A controversial term referring to hypothetical groups that would decide on the allocation of limited healthcare resources to patients, potentially leading to end-of-life decisions.

Brain Activity

The electrical and chemical processes in the brain that allow for thought, perception, emotion, and action.

Heartbeat

The pulsation of the heart, indicative of life and cardiovascular health, often used metaphorically to signify vitality or emotion.

Coma

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