A recent nursing graduate is being oriented to the public health unit in an area with a large number of residents over age 65 . Which of the following statements by the nurse best demonstrates a sound understanding of the older adult population?
A) "Most hospital beds are occupied by older adults.".
B) "Older adults are often resistant to preventative health and wellness programs, which did not exist in decades past.".
C) "A large majority of older adults will spend at least some time in a nursing home.".
D) "Physical ailments become more prevalent with age but mental illnesses are less common in the elderly.".
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Most acute care hospital beds are occupied by older adults. There is an increasing interest in wellness programs among older adults and around 40% will spend at least some time in a nursing home. The prevalence of mental health problems increases with age.
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