A 72-Year-Old Widow Is a Newly Admitted Resident of a Long-Term

question 8

Multiple Choice

A 72-year-old widow is a newly admitted resident of a long-term care facility.She initially spends a lot of time in her room and is reluctant to socialize.She meets an 81-year-old male resident of the facility,and they begin spending a lot of time together.They are seen holding hands and sitting together in the widow's room with the door closed.Her daughter attends a care planning meeting and expresses concern over her mother's friendship with the man,stating "The next thing you know they are going to be having sex,maybe they are.This must stop." The nurse bases her response to the daughter on knowing that:

• A) Sexual activity in a long-term care facility is inappropriate and must be prevented.
• B) Older adults may want to have new relationships and it is normal to express love and intimacy.
• C) Sexual desire is absent in older adults.
• D) Sexual activity can be dangerous for older adults with chronic illnesses.