The new nurse at a long-term care center asks the director of nursing why he needs to learn so many theories of aging. What response by the director is best?
a. "No theories have been proven yet."
b. "A wide range of theories allows for holistic care."
c. "It's required knowledge for certification exams."
d. "All the theories are important, so we use them all."
B
Using a combination of different theories, each with its own focus, allows the nurse to plan individualized, holistic nursing care.
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