Homework: Aging Adult Case Study
Write a 500 words essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least two sources in your essay.
A 68-year-old client lives alone and is independent with all ADLs, has no restrictions for mobility, and is competent, and oriented x4. The client is on a fixed income, but has enough to manage a modest lifestyle. The client has family and social supports but is very independent and is proud of her self-reliance. The client's height is 5' 6", weight is 210 lb. / 95.25 kg.
Answer the following:
i. What is the client's BMI?
ii. Identify what screening tools you would use to assess nutritional and exercise knowledge, and why?
iii. One Outcome/Intervention/Rationale:
• Identify one outcome/goal that is reasonable, measurable and realistic. Identify 1 nursing intervention for the outcome and give rationale for the intervention.
iv. Identify what weakness in the client's life may be impacting the client's activity and diet?
v. What referrals would you make and why?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.