MrsBuckley Is an Alert and Independent 83-Year-Old Who Lives Alone

Mrs.Buckley is an alert and independent 83-year-old who lives alone and has no family living nearby.She has recently been having increasing difficulty with mobility due to osteoarthritis,is losing weight,and becoming more isolated in her home.What recommendation should the nurse make?

A) Mrs.Buckley should see a psychiatrist,as she appears to have depression.
B) Extended care is where she needs to be to have all of her needs met.
C) Mrs.Buckley should explore joint replacement options for the osteoarthritis.
D) Moving to an assisted living facility may be a reasonable option for her.