The perioperative nurse should gather data about the older adult patient's self-concept because
a. the Joint Commission (TJC) mandates it.
b. it may be an important indicator of a decline in the status of his or her psychological health.
c. it assists the surgeon in performing the procedure better.
d. older patients like to talk about themselves to others.
ANS: B
The perioperative nurse should be aware that the older adult patient who is lonely and depressed needs additional support throughout the surgical experience.
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