A 90-year-old client discusses her life review with a nurse and shares information about how she has raised five children and had "ups and downs" with all of them, but overall feels satisfied with her life. Based on Cohen's empowering model,
which of the following statements is the client likely to make?
A) "I would sum it up this way."
B) "I really would like to see the Grand Canyon."
C) "I hope to learn how to Skype with my grandchildren."
D) "I know I've done the best that I can do, and I expect I will continue to help my family."
Ans: D
Cohen's empowering model related that those at the end of their life are more likely to reaffirm major themes in their life. From the 50s till the 70s, persons reevaluate life and feel a new sense of inner liberation as expressed in the distracters by discussion of goals. After the late 70s, older adults restate and reaffirm their major themes, including the desire to live well to the very end and have a positive impact on others.
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