What Measures Would Be Appropriate for the Nurse to Use

question 23

Multiple Choice

What measures would be appropriate for the nurse to use to assess dysfunctional grieving in the older adult? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Ask the patient to describe his or her relationship within the family.
• B) Observe the behavior of the patient when family members and friends come to visit.
• C) Ask questions about the patient's profession and work history.
• D) Observe for changes in eating habits.
• E) Monitor for changes in mental status.

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Definitions:

Producer Surplus

The discrepancy between the price at which producers are inclined to sell a product and the actual price they get, frequently viewed as an indicator of the well-being of producers.

Tax

A mandatory monetary fee or a different kind of tax placed on an individual or entity by a government agency.

Producer Surplus

The gap between the minimum amount that sellers are prepared to accept for a product or service and the higher price they actually get.

Consumer Surplus

The deviation between what consumers intend and are able to spend on a good or service compared to their final payment.