Which Statement Is True About the Mental Health of Older

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about the mental health of older persons?

A) Nurses should discourage denial and regression so older persons can face underlying causes of anxiety directly.
B) Anxiety is easily distinguished from depression, dementia, and the effects of disease or medication.
C) Compulsive rituals surrounding toileting and sleep are signs of a serious mental disorder.
D) The nurse avoids anti-anxiety medications without an assessment for factors associated with anxiety.