Recognizing the risk for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) among older adults, nurses should provide health teaching aimed at:
a. discouraging sexual expression
b. using birth controls measures
c. avoiding blood transfusions
d. encouraging condom use
ANS: D
Because the risk for pregnancy is nonexistent in postmenopausal women, condom use is diminished, which places older adults at risk for AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. Safe sex continues to be important and should be taught to the older adult population. Little to no danger exists from blood transfusions.
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