The nurse is caring for a frail older adult client who is admitted to the hospital after falling. The client has been living alone independently and appears reluctant to accept assistance
The nurse recognizes that the client's reluctance to accept assistance is most likely caused by fear of
a. inability to pay for services.
b. additional financial burden on the family.
c. relinquishing independent living.
d. loss of privacy.
ANS: C
The nurse may need to directly observe environmental supports, bearing in mind that a potential association exists in the older adult's mind between accepting help and relinquishing independent living.
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