While Visiting the Home of an 89-Year-Old Woman Out in the Country

Multiple Choice

While visiting the home of an 89-year-old woman out in the country, the nurse learns that her primary care provider's office is one hour's drive away. The client states, "I've just stopped going in for appointments in the past few years. It's just too far for me to drive by myself." This situation exemplifies which of the seven A's of challenges to elders in rural areas?

A) Availability
B) Accessibility
C) Affordability
D) Awareness