A client lives alone. He is very weak, stays in bed most of the time, and becomes fatigued after taking only two or three steps with a walker. His personal hygiene is poor. He moves very slowly when doing even small tasks such as eating a meal
Which of the following are appropriate interventions for this patient? Choose all that apply; assume all are possible.
1) Arrange for a home aide to assist with activities of daily living.
2) Refer the client to a senior center for an adapted physical activity program.
3) Assess the patient for symptoms of depression and memory loss.
4) Arrange for nutritious meals to be delivered to the patient's home.
ANS: 1, 3, 4
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