An older female adult lost her brother recently, provides care for her husband who has health needs, and must move to a new location after 35 years in the same house
When she comes to be seen at primary care with clinical indicators of influenza, the nurse recognizes the following: a. She is exhibiting attention-seeking behaviors.
b. Crises and stressors can impair physical health.
c. Her greatest need is respite care for her husband.
d. Crisis leads to a lower functional status for the victim.
B
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A Incorrect. She may be seeking attention, but that does not make the stress and illness any less real.
B Correct. Her resistance to disease is likely to be lower due to the effects of heavy stresses acting simultaneously.
C Incorrect. Her greatest need at this moment is to be treated for the flu. Respite care may be necessary but is not sufficient.
D Incorrect. Successful coping with a crisis may lead to a higher level of func-tioning.
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