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6 years ago
Which statement accurately describes pain experienced by the older adult?
 
  A) Boredom and depression may affect an older person's perception of pain.
  B) Residents in long-term care facilities have a minimal level of pain.
  C) The older client has decreased sensitivity to pain.
  D) A heightened pain tolerance occurs in the older adult.
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6 years ago
Ans: A
Boredom, loneliness, and depression may affect an older person's perception and report of pain. One myth held by many to be true is that older clients have a decreased sensitivity to pain and therefore a heightened pain tolerance. Numerous older adult clients residing in long-term care facilities have significant pain that negatively affects their quality of life.
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