An older widow who is newly admitted resident of a long-term care facility develops a romantic relationship with a male resident
When the resident's daughter demands that the staff "put a stop to this sexual behavior right now" the nurse's response is based on the understanding that:
a. Such activity in a long-term care facility is inappropriate.
b. Older adults need to express love and intimacy.
c. Sexual desire is usually absent in older adults.
d. Sexual activity can be dangerous for older adults with chronic illnesses.
ANS: B
The needs of older adults for love and intimacy remain the same regardless of whether the individuals are institutionalized. Meeting the needs of the residents for sexuality and intima-cy is as important as the need for food and hydration. Sexual desire is present in older adults. Sexual activity is not dangerous for older adults. Some accommodations for chronic condi-tions might be required.
You might also like to view...
The nurse will record a positive reading of a tuberculin skin test when it is assessed:
1. 1 day postinjection with a 10-mm area of redness and swelling. 2. 2 days postinjection with an 8-mm area of redness and swelling. 3. 4 days postinjection with a 3-mm area of redness and swelling. 4. 5 days postinjection with a 2-mm area of redness and swelling.
Children in preschool often learn from pretending, role-playing, and exploring the identities of adults in various positions, such as nurses, doctors, teachers, police, firefighters, and others who serve as role models
A nurse identifies this type of behavior is an example of 1. Cognitive development. 2. Moral development. 3. Psychosocial development. 4. Physical development.
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a newly diagnosed client with hyperthyroidism. The nurse would instruct the client to avoid: Select all that apply
1. Stress. 2. Infections. 3. Crowds. 4. Contact sports. 5. Driving.
Which element of practice should the faith community nurse consider at all times?
a. Confidentiality b. Personal faith c. Health care needs d. Fellowship