Question

One of your home care patients is an 82 year old woman with arthritis and type 2 -diabetes. She had a hip replacement 3 months ago after a fall and has recently returned to her apartment after rehabilitation in a long term care setting. You assist her with hygiene needs and monitor her medications.

What are some observations you could make to assess her cognitive abilities and stage of development.

How might you assess her psychosocial development?

What could you do to assist her in adjusting to this stage of her life.