A nurse caring for older adults must be aware of which consequences of ageism in language? (Select all that apply.)
a. Reduced sense of self c. Lowered self-esteem
b. Poor nutritional in-take d. Decreased memory performance
A, C, D
Some health professionals demonstrate ageism, in part because providers tend to see many frail, older persons, and fewer of those who are healthy and active. Consequences of ageism have been identified as a reduced sense of self, lowered self-esteem, lowered sense of self-competence, and decreased memory performance. Poor nutritional intake has not been identified as a consequence.
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