Which of the Following Statements by a New Graduate Nurse

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements by a new graduate nurse should be corrected by an experienced nurse?

• A) "Most older patients are ill and disabled. That's why we care for so many of them in the hospital."
• B) "Older adults are many times still interested in sexual relations."
• C) "Patients over age 65 are still lifelong learners."
• D) "Many older adult patients remain independent enough to live alone."

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Definitions:

Flexibility

The ability to adapt to new, changing, or challenging circumstances with ease and resilience.

Discretion

The freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation, often granted to officials or authorities in their decision-making processes.

Power

The ability or capacity of an individual or group to influence or control the actions, behaviors, or opinions of others.

Predictive Value

The utility or effectiveness of a test or model in accurately forecasting outcomes or diagnosing conditions.