A nurse administrator is involved in strategic planning for a large long-term care facility that has locations in numerous regions of the country. What trend should the nurse administrator anticipate?
A) A decrease in the proportion of older adults who are members of minority groups
B) A gradual decline in overall life expectancy
C) Average longevity of men exceeding that of women
D) Increased use of assisted living facilities by older adults
Ans: D
Assisted living facilities have become a more common option for older adults; this trend is expected to continue. Life expectancy is continuing to increase, with women usually outliving men. An increasing proportion of the older adult population will be members of minority groups.
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