A gerontological nurse who works in a public health setting has limited funding for initiatives. Which of the following prevention and health promotion initiatives is most likely to result in significant benefits for the older adults who participate?
A) An awareness program that promotes screening sigmoidoscopy
B) Teaching older adults about falls prevention in the home
C) A program of bone density screening for older adults
D) An exercise program for older adults who live in the community
Ans: D
Sigmoidoscopy, bone density screening, and falls prevention are all valid health promotion and screening measures for older adults, but the promotion of exercise is likely to be of greatest benefit to the largest number of participants because of the multiple health benefits associated with regular exercise.
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