19. Which condition is most likely to cause chronic pain in an older adult?
Test-Taking Tip
Choose the option that can occur in any client from normal aging— not from injury or illness.
Content Area: Geriatrics, Musculoskeletal; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Analysis; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Health Promotion and Maintenance/Aging Process
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Answer 1 is correct because osteoarthritis is a common cause of chronic pain related to the aging process. Answer 2 is incorrect because an old fracture may or may not be a source of chronic pain. Answer 3 is incorrect because this condition is not due to aging. Answer 4 is incorrect because this condition is related to diabetes or liver disease, not aging.
