A nurse plans the care of older adults in a long-term care setting. Which of the following interventions incorporates the residents' connectedness to society?
A) Ensuring that there are multiple television sets available to residents of the facility
B) Arranging regular visits by schoolchildren to the facility
C) Conducting reminiscence therapy
D) Allowing residents to have input into the meal planning at the facility
Ans: B
Social connectedness can be fostered by arranging meaningful contact between older adults and other members of society. TV, reminiscence, and input into routines may all have benefits, but none is likely to create a sense of connectedness with society.
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