A nurse is working with an older adult client, educating the client on how to ambulate with the aid of a walker. The nurse notes that the client appears to lack the motivation to learn how to use device. The client states, "I'm just too old to learn
A) Tell the client how to move the walker as he ambulates.
B) Explain how the walker supports the client's lower extremities
C) Fully discuss the rationale for using the walker.
D) Describe how the walker can improve the client's quality of life.
Ans: D
Motivating the older adult client can be done by showing the client how the new knowledge will improve his quality of life, regardless of how long that may be. It will also demonstrate how the new knowledge could improve the client's level of independence. Although demonstrating the use of the walker and explaining how the walker assists with ambulation (and the rationale for its use) can be used to educate the client, these actions would not promote motivation for the client to learn.
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