A nurse is planning an education program on wellness in a local senior citizen center. The nurse plans to provide education on the importance of immunizations, annual physical examinations, screening for diabetes, and vision and hearing screening. It is important for the nurse to understand which of the following?

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Approximately 40% of individuals, ages 65 and older, utilize the preventive services that are available to them. However, only 24% of those between the ages of 40 and 64 do so. There is a paucity of research specific to health promotion and aging; however, the research that exists demonstrates that health promotion strategies are highly effective.

A Nurse Is Planning an Education Program on Wellness in a Local