Which Information from a Co-Worker on a Gerontological Unit Will

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which information from a co-worker on a gerontological unit will cause the nurse to intervene?

• A) Most older people have dependent functioning.
• B) Most older people have strengths we should focus on.
• C) Most older people should be involved in care decision.
• D) Most older people should be encouraged to have independence.

Understand the concept of ethical dilemmas and how they involve choosing between conflicting ethical alternatives.

Recognize the characteristics of social communication including its bidirectionality and high message frequency.

Learn effective communication strategies with multilingual or diverse audiences.

Grasp the importance of considering the future ethical implications of current decisions.

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Definitions:

Children

are young human beings who are not yet fully mature, typically characterized by a stage of development that precedes adolescence and adulthood.

Marrying

The legal or formal joining of two people as partners in a personal relationship, recognized and sanctioned by law or cultural practice.

Fewer Children

A situation or trend where there is a reduction in the number of children within a family, society, or demographic group.

Life

The existence of an individual human being or animal, characterized by growth, reproduction, activity, and continual change until death.