A nurse has accepted a position as director of health services in a retirement community. Which of the following statements about retirees is important for the nurse to consider as she plans programs?
a. Depressed and inactive.
b. Left their job to spend more time with family.
c. Left their job because of ill health.
d. Happy and well-adjusted to retirement.
Answer:
b. Left their job to spend more time with family.
d. Happy and well-adjusted to retirement.
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