Mr.Frederick,80 years old,is confined to bed with multiple injuries following a motor vehicle accident.Which of the following observations would allow the nurse to conclude that his psychoneurological system is intact following his injuries?

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Mr. Frederick explaining to his wife how to solve a problem with the furnace shows that his cognitive abilities and communication skills are intact, indicating that his psychoneurological system is intact despite his physical injuries. Option A indicates a decrease in self-esteem, which is not related to the psychoneurological system. Option B indicates withdrawal and lack of communication, which may suggest a psychological or emotional issue but does not necessarily indicate a problem with the psychoneurological system. Option D may suggest physical limitations, but does not necessarily indicate a problem with the psychoneurological system.

MrFrederick,80 Years Old,is Confined to Bed with Multiple Injuries Following