Based on Current Demographic Data,which of the Following Statements Identifies

question 8

Multiple Choice

Based on current demographic data,which of the following statements identifies a predictive trend regarding the health care needs of society?

• A) Most nurses will not need to care for older persons.
• B) More nursing services will be required to serve the needs of the population older than 85 years of age.
• C) Fewer nurses will be needed to care for older adults.
• D) Older adults expect their quality of life to be less than that of earlier generations at their ages.

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