NR 601 MIDTERM EXAM WITH 130 QUESTIONS &
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST 2024 EXAM
Which one of the following is most true about the rule of fourths?What used to be called normal aging can be largely explained by processes that are not normal.Which one of the following is most true about aging changes?Stage 3 and 4 sleep decreases.An old woman who is cared for by attentive, cautious, concerned family is particularly likely to suffer from which one of the following complications after an episode of gastroenteritis?Immobility related to overconcern Which one of the following is most true about psychological aging?Ageism can lead to isolation and depression.Of the following conditions, which one is most common and most often preventable?Iatrogenic disease Based on current demographic data, which statement identifies a predictive trend regarding the health care needs of society?More nursing services will be required to serve the needs of the population 85 years of age and older An older adult client shares with the nurse that, "I don't know what it is but it seems that I need more light for reading or even watching television as I get older." The nurse explains that aging
may cause this change due to the:
Slower ability of the pupil to adjust to changes in lighting
Chapter 3: Geriatric Assessment 1 / 3
An 86-year-old male who lives in an assisted living facility is at the clinic. He has a history of hypertension and manages his own medications. He admits he takes them sometimes. After speaking to him, you find it unclear if he understands the questions and discussions. Which of the following evidences that the patient has adequate health literacy?He knows the names and doses of his medications and can explain why he takes them.You are performing a geriatric assessment on an 82-year-old female. At the end of the visit, which of the following would require top priority over the others?The death of the patient's caregiver Ms. M's family has noticed memory loss for the past 6 months. She continues to drive but recently had a fender bender and was caught speeding on a 35-mph road.She insists that she is safe and needs to drive to church and for shopping. What is the best next step?Get a driving evaluation.The following are true statements about bipolar disorders in older adults except Bipolar disorder is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorder in older adults.
Chapter 5: Wellness and Prevention
The US Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and the Centers for Disease Control currently recommend which one of the following?
- All older adults be immunized against influenza annually and that they receive at
- All high-risk older adults should receive an additional pneumococcal
- Older adults should receive a one-time revaccination for pneumonia if they were
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least one pneumococcal vaccination.
vaccination 5 years or more after their first immunization.
initially vaccinated more than 5 years previously and were less than 65 years of age at the time of the initial vaccination.
Healthcare providers should recommend that older adults engage in which one of the following?150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity weekly Guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke recommend that aspirin be used in which one of the following?Individuals whose risk is high enough for the benefits to outweigh the risks Even though older adults are less likely to get counseled for smoking cessation, they have which one of the following?The same quit rates as younger individuals When educating the older adult population about the risks to physical health that chronic alcohol abuse presents, the nurse
practitioner is especially careful to include the:
Identification of the signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding An older adult client has been voluntarily admitted for treatment of alcohol dependency. In implementing care, the nurse plans which intervention based upon knowledge about alcohol and aging?Assessing the client for both depression and anxiety The nurse practitioner shows an understanding of appropriate influenza vaccination guidelines for a client over the age of 65
when stating:
Regardless of your physical health you really should get a yearly flu shot
Chapter 6: Cultural Competency and Cultural Humility in Caring for Older
Adults Which of the following is true about cultural humility?It places emphasis on power imbalances and promotes interpersonal sensitivity through partnerships with and learning from patients.Racial disparities have been a part of US healthcare for many decades. How might this impact the expectations of older Black Americans?
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