A student nurse visiting a senior center says, "It's depressing to see these old people. They are weak and frail. I doubt any of them can engage in a discussion.". The student is expressing:
a. reality.
b. ageism.
c. empathy.
d. vulnerability.
B
Ageism is a bias against older people because of their age. None of the other options applies to the ideas expressed by the student.
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