During the winter, an 85-year-old patient is brought to the office wearing a light sweater and sandals. What question should the nurse ask to collect data to confirm a suspicion of abuse/neglect?
1. "Do you like your attendant?"
2. "Does your attendant do any nice things for you?"
3. "Did your attendant decide what clothing you should wear ?"
4. "Does your attendant ever make you feel bad about yourself?"
Answer: 3
Explanation: Neglect involves not taking care of the older adults' needs for comfort and safety, such as warmth in the winter. A specific question about an observed behavior is most likely to give the most useful information about interactions that may constitute neglect. The patient may be afraid to express any negative feelings when asked more general questions about feelings or opinions.
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