NCLEX-PN
Psychosocial Integrity Nclex PN Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing an elder whom the nurse suspects is being physically abused. The most important question for the nurse to ask is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The most important question for the nurse to ask when suspecting elder abuse is 'Who provides your physical care?' This question is crucial as the primary caregiver, who is often the abuser in cases of elder abuse, lives with the client. Research has shown that spouses and adult children are the most common abusers. By inquiring about the provider of physical care, the nurse can assess the potential abuser's proximity to the elder.
Choices A, C, and D are less pertinent to identifying the primary caregiver, who is more likely to be the abuser.
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