Asked by Elizabeth Woodis on Sep 28, 2024

The nurse is teaching a group of older adults at an assisted-living facility about age-related physiological changes affecting safety. Which question would be most important for the nurse to ask this group?

A) "Are you able to hear the tornado sirens in your area?"
B) "Are you able to read your favorite book?"
C) "Are you able to taste spices like before?"
D) "Are you able to open a jar of pickles?"

Tornado Sirens

Warning systems used to alert residents in an area about an approaching tornado, allowing them to seek safety promptly.

Age-Related

Pertaining to changes that occur naturally as part of the aging process.

Physiological Changes

Alterations in the normal functioning of the body, which can be due to aging, environmental factors, disease, or lifestyle choices.

  • Acquire knowledge of the dangers pertaining to distinct populations of patients and their surroundings.