An older female adult client is diagnosed with a chronic illness. Which principle should the nurse apply when answering her questions?
a. The most prevalent form of disease in the United States is acute illness.
b. Usually, chronic disease has a negligible impact on the family.
c. Chronic illness is unending, and coping can be influenced by the perception of uncertainty.
d. Older adults cope successfully with chronic disease by learning about the disease.
C
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A Incorrect. The prevalent form of disease at this time is chronic illness.
B Incorrect. The effect on the family, as on the client, can be profound.
C Correct. Chronic illnesses are enduring and necessitate lifetime adaptations. Uncertainty exacerbates the impact of a chronic disease.
D Incorrect. There are no guarantees. Knowledge requires effort on the part of all concerned to apply it.
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