You Are Working on a Gerontology Unit

question 5

Multiple Choice

You are working on a gerontology unit. A family member calls and tells you they want to bring their family in to see one of the clients onthe unit. The family member is concerned because several of the family members have colds. What instructions should you provide to someone with a respiratory infection?

• A) Avoid intake of frozen foods.
• B) Avoid visiting older adults.
• C) Avoid direct sunlight.
• D) Avoid meats and other protein-rich foods.

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Definitions:

Primary Caregivers

Individuals who provide the majority of support and care for another person, often in a familial or professional context.

Insecurely Attached

Describing a type of attachment style where individuals have difficulty forming secure and trusting relationships with others.

Substandard Orphanage

A facility for orphaned children that fails to meet the basic standards of care, safety, or health.

Child's Attachment

The emotional bond that develops between a child and a caregiver, crucial for the child's personal development.