Chapter 1, Problem 1CR

There are substantial differences in medical care use by demographic characteristics such as age, sex, and marital status. Which of the following statements is true? a. Adult women spend more money on medical care than men do. b. Single individuals regardless of age are hospitalized less than married people are. c. Infant girls are healthier than infant boys are and consume fewer medical resources. d. The elderly who survive past age 80 spend about the same amount on medical care as 60-year-olds do. e. Average hospital stays are longer for women than men.

1) A caregiver decides that they need short-term respite from providing support to a loved one. Why might this be? a.The person needs time to renew their energy in order to continue providing care b.Taking a break can help to maintain a healthier relationship with their loved one c.The person needs to connect with other aspects of who they are in addition to being a caregiver d.All of the answers are correct a and b only 2) When teaching an independent older adult patient how to self-administer insulin, the most productive approach is to: * a. facilitate involvement in a small group where the skill is being taught. b. gather information about the patient's family health history. c. provide frequent, competitive skills testing to enhance learning. d. use repeated return demonstrations to promote the patient's retention of the involved tasks.   3) Nurses' knowledge of sexuality in the older adult population should include: * point Chronic illness may affect the ability to participate in…