The nurse working in a long-term care facility used the developmental theory of aging in practice. In caring for a frail, nearly bed bound patient, how can the nurse use this theory?
a. Engage the patient in intellectually stimulating activities.
b. Encourage the patient to participate in chair exercises.
c. Ensure that the patient participates in all the group activities.
d. Give the patient small "chores" to do for the facility.
A
In this theory, being active can mean physical or intellectual activity. The nurse can engage the patient in intellectually stimulating activities that allows the person a sense of satisfaction. The other options all call for physical activity, which the patient may or may not be able to perform.
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