A Nurse Is Asked to Explain Why Ageism Is a Problem

question 2

Multiple Choice

A nurse is asked to explain why ageism is a problem among health care workers.The nurse should cite that ageism results in: (Select all that apply. )

• A) failure of the elderly to receive necessary medical information.
• B) development of public policy that discriminates against the elderly.
• C) staff shortages because caregivers prefer working with younger adults.
• D) the perception that elderly consume a smaller share of medical resources.
• E) more ancillary than professional personnel discriminate with regard to age.

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