Which of These Findings,if Identified in a Patient on a Gerontological

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of these findings,if identified in a patient on a gerontological unit,would be most surprising to a culturally sensitive nurse?

• A)The older person's not being functionally independent.
• B)Preferences in food,music,and religion.
• C)Use of conventions of the handshake,silence,and eye contact.
• D)Personal health practices and spiritual resources.

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Definitions:

Terminal Illness

A disease or condition that is incurable and expected to lead to the death of the patient within a relatively short period.

Stress

A psychological and physical response to perceived challenges or threats.

Childhood Depression

A serious mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and disinterest in activities, affecting children's emotional and social development.

Separation Anxiety Disorder

A psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive fear or anxiety regarding separation from home or attachment figures.