A nurse is caring for elderly patients in a long-term care facility. Which of the following are factors influencing pain management for these patients? Select all that apply. Select all that apply.

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A nurse is caring for elderly patients in a long-term care facility. Which of the following are factors influencing pain management for these patients? Select all that apply.  Select all that apply.

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A is incorrect, as A-fiber transmission has not been found to be related to increased potential for addiction in the elderly. B is correct, as chronic pain is a risk factor for depression in the elderly. C is correct, as decreased report of referred pain may mask myocardial infarction in the elderly. D is incorrect, as assessment of pain in the cognitively impaired older adult can still be achieved through various methods such as observing behaviors or using validated scales adapted for this population.

A Nurse Is Caring for Elderly Patients in a Long-Term