An Older Female Patient Is Diagnosed with a Chronic Illness

Multiple Choice

An older female patient is diagnosed with a chronic illness.Which of the following principles should the nurse apply when answering her questions?

A) The most prevalent form of disease in the United States is acute illness.
B) Usually, chronic disease has a negligible impact on the family.
C) Chronic illness is unending, and coping can be influenced by the perception of uncertainty.
D) Older adults successfully cope with chronic disease by learning about the disease.