Asked by Saphire Page-Mosier on May 22, 2024
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An 86-year-old, previously healthy and independent, falls after an episode of vertigo. Which behavior by this patient best demonstrates resilience? The patient:
A) says, "I knew this would happen eventually."
B) stops attending her weekly water aerobics class.
C) refuses to use a walker and says, "I don't need that silly thing."
D) says, "Maybe some physical therapy will help me with my balance."
Resilience
The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt to challenging circumstances; mental toughness.
Physical Therapy
A healthcare specialty that focuses on restoring, maintaining, and promoting overall fitness and health through physical interventions.
Vertigo
A sensation of spinning or a feeling that the environment is moving around you, often related to problems in the inner ear or vestibular system.
- Acquire knowledge and aid in augmenting resilience among patients.
- Improve comprehension of psychological resilience in the face of obstacles and difficulties.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge and aid in augmenting resilience among patients.
- Improve comprehension of psychological resilience in the face of obstacles and difficulties.
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