A Gerontological Patient Is Being Examined for a Report of Pain

Multiple Choice

A gerontological patient is being examined for a report of pain in the shoulder.The nurse practitioner completes a thorough systemic examination because:

A) Older patients with one morbidity often express difficulties in general.
B) Arthritis of the shoulder is accompanied by other neurological symptoms.
C) Older patients with arthritis often experience pain in lower extremities.
D) The patient may not report significant signs and symptoms.