A nurse determines that a client does not remember current events and has difficulty using technology. The nurse should consider that the client may have difficulty with which of the following?
A) Participating in reminiscence group
B) Digitally recording blood glucose monitor
C) Remembering to weigh daily
D) Understanding when to notify health care provider
Ans: B
Contextual theories and everyday problem solving emphasize that older adults are able to remember affective and personally relevant information. The client may need to record the blood glucose on paper.
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