An older adult reflects, "Why should I go to the gym, I'm going to get fat anyway." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) "Age-related changes are inevitable; however, most problems affecting older adults are related to risk factors, so it's important to do what you can to maintain a high level of functioning."
B) "Older adults experience positive or negative functional consequences because of age-related changes."
C) "Risk factors do impact consequences, but you can override them."
D) "Many problems affecting older adults are based on genetics."
Ans: A
Although age-related changes are inevitable, most problems affecting older adults are related to risk factors. Older adults experience positive or negative functional consequences because of a combination of age-related changes and additional risk factors. Interventions can be directed toward alleviating or modifying the negative functional consequences of risk factors.
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