Which statement is true about a safe, effective care environment for older adults?
a. Cold beer with steak and potatoes is a good meal for an older adult on a hot day.
b. They are more likely to be in a fatal motor vehicle accident than younger drivers.
c. Barrier-free buses and low fares make public transit a safe transportation option.
d. A nurse's perception of temperature is a useful guide for patient thermal needs.
B
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A Incorrect. Hot, heavy meals and alcohol should be avoided when ambient tem-peratures exceed 90° F.
B Correct. Although older adults have safer driving habits (less night driving, less driving in heavy traffic, shorter distances, less speeding or drunk driving) than younger drivers, physical and sensory changes of aging contribute to a higher incidence of fatal accidents for older adults.
C Incorrect. The fear of crime often deters elders from using public transit.
D Incorrect. The older adult's perception of temperature is the important factor.
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