The Nurse Working in a Retirement Community for Older Adults

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse working in a retirement community for older adults is conducting a psychosocial assessment of all residents. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask during the assessment process? (select all that apply)

• A) "Have you thought about harming yourself?"
• B) "Are you still playing bridge every Thursday?"
• C) "How does your congestive heart failure affect your life?"
• D) "Has your financial situation changed since last year?"

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Definitions:

Patient Self-Determination Act

A federal legislation that ensures patients in healthcare facilities receive information about their rights, including advance directives and the refusal of medical treatment.

Health Care Providers

Entities, including professionals and organizations, that offer medical services to treat and manage patients' health.

Advance Directive

A legal document in which an individual specifies decisions about their healthcare, should they become unable to make these decisions in the future.

Income-Producing

Refers to assets or activities that generate earnings, profit, or revenue.