A woman said, "I've never been retired before. I didn't plan it but it's OK. I'm still doing what I used to do otherwise; I go to church, make quilts for charity, and babysit my grandkids. Do you think I should be trying to find another job for a few year
Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a.
"For lots of people, retirement, even if unplanned, is much like life has always been."
b.
"It's okay to slow down at your age; why look for problems?"
c.
"You really need to get out of your house more and be more active, even if you don't get paid at the position."
d.
"Without a job, you really don't have an identity. Have you been to the unemployment office?"
ANS: A
The continuity theory of aging suggests that a person continues through life in a similar fashion as in previous years. Because the woman stated she is doing what she has previously done, and has not suggested any particular problems other than concern that what she is doing is acceptable behavior, she should be supported. The statement that best supports her decision states that retirement life is much like life has always been. The other statements do not support her current satisfaction with her activities in her life.
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