A practical nurse is participating in a home wellness visit for a 78-year-old client who lives with their adult child. The nurse discusses ongoing health promotion and disease prevention strategies with the family. Which statement by the adult child indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
- I will ensure my parent receives the inactivated influenza vaccine annually to prevent severe respiratory illness.Cevap
- BIf my parent experiences a sudden onset of confusion, I will expect this as a normal part of the aging process.
- CI will request the live attenuated nasal flu vaccine for my parent, despite their currently weakened immune system.
- DI will eliminate our traditional cultural foods from their meals if they differ from standard western dietary guidelines.
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The statement indicating the parent will receive the inactivated influenza vaccine annually demonstrates correct understanding of health promotion.
Receiving an annual inactivated influenza vaccine is a primary health promotion strategy specifically recommended for older adults to prevent illness, reduce hospitalizations, and decrease mortality associated with seasonal flu outbreaks.
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Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Older Adults