Gero - Exam 1

According to researchers, which characteristic will most centenarians share in the future? a. Female b. Demented c. Malnourished d. Wheelchair bound

A

An older female patient is reading a large-print magazine and states that reading is difficult for her in the evening. Which intervention should the nurse implement? a. Put a high-intensity lamp at the head of her bed. b. Explain to her that the gray-yellow ring around her cornea, arcus senilis, is interfering with visual acuity. c. Put more powerful tubes in the fluorescent room lights. d. Examine her retinas for signs of damage.

A

An older patient who was just diagnosed with a terminal disease states, "All my life I attended church, but I am still worried about what will happen after death." The nurse's best response is which of the following? a. "The unknown may be frightening. Do you want to talk about this?" b. "Religious people know that God is a good God." c. "People that have had near death experiences say it is peaceful." d. "You must feel good about attending church most of your life."

A

The children of an older man believe he is too old to drive a car. Which assessment information about the man warrants further investigation by the nurse to determine his fitness to drive a car safely? (Select all that apply.) a. Increased rate of tripping on curbs b. Increased frequency of getting lost c. Multiple bruises on lower extremities d. Restricts reading to a well-lit sunroom e. Socializes with a partner's bridge group f. Cooks gourmet meals for entertainment

A, B, C, D

Factors that influence the aging experience include: (Select All that Apply) A. retirement B. grandchildren C. chronic illness D. lack of medical care E. quality of life

A, B, C, D, E

A nurse caring for older adults must be aware of which consequences of ageism in language? (Select all that apply.) a. Reduced sense of self b. Lowered self-esteem c. Poor nutritional intake d. Decreased memory performance

A, B, D

Which factors in the patient care environment should be routinely assessed to decrease the risk of falls? (Select all that apply.) a. Outdoor grounds b. Appropriate footwear c. All four bed rails raised d. Grab bars in place

A, B, D

Which of the following is(are) assessed in a fall prevention assessment of an older adult? (Select all that apply.) a. Environment b. Physical status c. Financial status d. Functional status e. Medical history f. Occupational history

A, B, D, E

The same nursing documentation record is used in every unit of a hospital. Why does a hospital use a standardized form for nursing documentation? (Select all that apply.) a. Helps provide continuity of care b. Standardizes patient care parameters c. Assists in maintaining confidentiality d. Reduces the number of medication errors e. Provides the foundation for staffing levels f. Allows for quality evaluations among units

A, B, E, F

Which statements are true about aging and the brain? (Select all that apply.) a. Most areas of the brain do not lose brain cells. b. Memory decline is inevitable as people age. c. Basic intelligence remains unchanged with age. d. The brain does not continue to make new brain cells.

A, C

Healthy People 2020 has identified emerging issues & recommendations for the aging baby boomers & those in between. Which of the following are Healthy People 2020's recommendations? (Select All That Apply) A. coordinate care B. establish quantity measures C. research & analyze appropriate training to equip providers D. identify minimum levels of training for people who care for older adults

A, C, D

The nurse should encourage which of the following exercise(s) to assist with balance for a patient who is at high risk for falls? (Select all that apply.) a. Tai chi c. ROM activities b. Use of resistance bands d. Walking heel to toe

A, D

During a nursing assessment, an older adult tells the nurse about increasing loss of balance. Further assessment indicates musculoskeletal changes. Which patient teaching should the nurse implement to address musculoskeletal reasons for the loss of balance? a. Exercise with light weights. b. Stand on one foot at a time while supported. c. Train with the use of sit-ups. d. Work out in a swimming pool.

B

The health care provider has not ordered the use of a restraint for an alert patient at high risk for falling. The nurse should implement which side rail use? a. Two full-length rails b. One -length rail c. No side rails d. Four -length rails

B

The nurse plans activities for older women born between 1920 and 1930 and who reside in an assisted-living facility. Which is the best intervention for the nurse to implement? a. Have them bake cookies twice a week. b. Conduct interviews for specific interests. c. Arrange dog and cat visits from volunteers. d. Take them to the library for guest speakers.

B

The nurse prepares an older woman, who is Polish, for discharge through an interpreter and notes that she becomes tense during the instructions about elimination. Which intervention should the nurse implement? a. Move onto the discussion about medication. b. Ask the older woman how she feels about this topic. c. Instruct the interpreter to repeat the instructions. d. Have the older woman repeat the instructions for clarity.

B

The nurse prepares for the arrival of older adults evacuated from a hurricane to a shelter for short-term care. Which of the following is the priority nursing intervention? a. Demonstrate that the staff is prepared to meet their needs. b. Use individual medical records to develop a medication plan. c. Help older adults display family photographs and memorabilia. d. Help older adults teach one another a new skill in the shelter.

B

The nurse wants to use exercise according to the recommendations of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) for an older woman who lost her balance and fell. Which nursing intervention is suitable for this older adult according to the AGS? a. Tell her to use an assistive device until her balance improves. b. Provide information on group exercises for balance training. c. Help her to learn how to exercise the core group of muscles. d. Instruct her to enroll in an exercise program for 8 weeks.

B

When established in 1935, what effect did Social Security have by setting the retirement age at 65 years? A. it allowed older persons to work until they made the decision to stop. B. it set a time frame to describe someone as being old. C. it made it mandatory for all individuals to retire at 65 years of age. D. it made everyone realize that they could quit work at 65 years of age & live comfortably on the benefits.

B

Which intervention should the nurse use to decrease the risk of burns during mealtime in patients with mental and physical impairments? a. Wait until the drink has cooled. b. Assist patients with warm drinks. c. Use plastic mugs instead of ceramic. d. Serve only cold beverages to patients at risk.

B

Which of the following interventions should the nurse use when communicating with a hearing impaired older patient. a. Stand beside the patient's chair when speaking. b. Always clearly identify yourself and others with you. c. Exaggerate your voice, depending on the cause of the hearing loss. d. Select colors for paint, furniture, and pictures with rich intensity.

B

Which of the following is a true statement about differing health belief systems? a. Personalistic or magicoreligious beliefs have been superseded in Western minds by biomedical principles. b. In most cultures, older adults are likely to treat themselves using traditional methods before turning to biomedical professionals. c. Ayurvedic medicine is another name for traditional Chinese medicine. d. The belief that health depends on maintaining a balance among opposite qualities is characteristic of a magicoreligious belief system.

B

Which of the following is a true statement about nutrition for older adults? a. The older person should be encouraged to practice strict controls on cholesterol intake to ensure protection against heart disease. b. Transportation can be a critical factor in nutritional insufficiency in older adults. c. Soul food is a concern primarily for the African-American culture. d. No government programs promote congregate dining among older adults.

B

Which mental status assessment tool(s) would be appropriate for use in long-term care facilities? (Select all that apply.) a. Fulmer SPICES b. Clock Drawing Test c. The Mini-Cog d. Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)

B, C, D

Which factor(s) associated with aging contribute(s) to the high incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in older adults? (Select all that apply.) a. Fewer T-lymphocytes b. Less lean muscle mass c. Decreased thyroid function d. Decreased physical activity e. Left ventricular hypertrophy f. Decreased insulin sensitivity

B, C, D, F

The nurse plans the care for an older man who has Medicare, lives on Social Security and a small pension, and has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which aspect(s) of this man should the nurse integrate into a positive approach to his health and well-being? (Select all that apply.) a. Pays for some diabetic supplies. b. Enjoys regular physical activity. c. Practices effective glucose control. d. Lives alone in a high-rise apartment. e. Lacks low-cost, reliable transportation. f. Attends weekly dinner club for diabetics.

B, C, F

An older adult who is a traditional Chinese man has a blood pressure of 80/54 mm Hg and refuses to remain in the bed. Which intervention should the nurse use to promote and maintain his health? a. Have the health care provider speak to him. b. Use principles of the holistic health system. c. Ask about his perceptions and treatment ideas. d. Consult with a practitioner of Chinese medicine.

C

An older adult who recently had surgery complains of pain at the level of 3 out of 10 and constipation during the postoperative primary care visit. Which intervention should the nurse implement to first facilitate elimination? a. Encourage the use of a laxative. b. Promote fiber in the diet. c. Review the medication list. d. Suggest added fluid intake.

C

An older man living in an adult community becomes a widower 1 month after retirement. Two months later, he has not resumed a weekly outing with his fishing club. Which should the nurse implement? a. Ask the older adult why he is not fishing. b. Have club members visit him at home. c. Meet with him to assess his interests. d. Enroll him in a weekly card game.

C

An older man who paints houses for a living has had a myocardial infarction (MI). Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent adverse health effects from his occupational history? a. Provide low-cholesterol diet meals. b. Avoid substances that are hepatotoxic. c. Promote coughing and deep breathing. d. Analyze the electrocardiogram's rhythm.

C

Decreased functioning of which physical structure is likely to result in decreased metabolism in older adults? a. Kidney b. Brain c. Thyroid gland d. Skeleton

C

Exercises are prescribed for older adults as therapy to improve which one of the following qualities? a. Relative intensity b. Muscle retraining c. Muscle strength d. Body sculpting

C

The federal government requires the use of a specific standardized documentation tool for home nursing care. Which information must a home nurse add to the approved documentation tool? a. Activity b. Functional c. Vital signs d. Demographic

C

The health care provider discusses the need for surgery with an older adult and her family. Which information about the older adult's culture is important for the nurse to collect before this discussion to facilitate the process of informed consent? a. Attitudes about caregiving b. Rituals for death and dying c. Process of decision making d. Experience with discomfort

C

The nurse assigns the diagnosis of Nutrition Imbalance: less than body requirements for an older adult. Which age-associated intestinal problem does the nurse apply to plan goals and interventions to improve this adult's nutritional status? a. Less intrinsic factor secretion b. Decreased gastric smooth muscle c. Short, broad small intestinal villi d. Decreased large intestinal motility

C

The nurse designs a group exercise program at a senior center. Which room should the nurse choose for the program? a. Room with a beautiful hardwood floor tastefully appointed with throw rugs b. Spacious room with no windows but with fluorescent lighting and a natural stone floor c. Room with a hardwood floor and large windows overlooking a garden area d. End room with a linoleum floor and a fan for ventilation to compensate for the room's broken air conditioner

C

The nurse develops a community program to promote exercise for older adults. Which should the nurse include in the exercise program? a. Reinforce the ease of exercising every day. b. Use exercise to relax any dietary restrictions. c. Describe ways to resume exercise after lapses. d. Participate because exercise achieves wellness.

C

The nurse expresses concern about a female nursing home resident in the team meeting. Which resident information determines the team's priority in planning her care? a. Experiences several interruptions with sleep b. Has had coronary bypass graft surgery during the last year c. Needs increasing help with personal hygiene d. Eats insufficient calories to maintain her weight

C

The nurse plans care for an older African American adult who is from Jamaica and resides in New York City. Which should the nurse include in planning care? a. Attribute his illness to breaking a voodoo. b. Help him improve social relationships. c. Maintain blood pressure below 120/70 mm Hg. d. Review the principles of the magicoreligious system.

C

Using the RAI, the nurse identifies a trigger for a male nursing home resident who requires an indwelling urinary catheter from the MDS. Which should the nurse do next? a. Develop an individualized care plan. b. Assign suitable nursing interventions. c. Use the RAPs. d. Institute agency-approved catheter care.

C

Which change in the skin is abnormal in an older person? a. Thinner and more fragile skin b. Greater number of freckles c. Red, swollen 3-day-old wound d. Loss of hair on the extremities

C

Which cultural group is predicted to have the fastest growing older adult population in the United States between the years 2010 and 2050? a. Native Americans b. African Americans c. Hispanic Americans d. Asian/Pacific Island Americans

C

Which nursing intervention is a holistic approach to an older adult? a. Performs glucose testing during the weekly worship service. b. Wheels ambulatory adults to exercise when running late. c. Assigns female nurses to older women who are Islamic. d. Allows older adults in a nursing home to eat meals alone.

C

Which of the following is a true statement about neuropsychiatric function in older adults? a. Overall cognitive abilities are progressively degraded by neuron loss in the cerebral cortex with aging. b. Improving cognitive functions in an older person calls for sporadic mental activity around ideas the person finds significant and interesting. c. Nerve cells regenerate in the hippocampus. d. Mood does not influence an older person ability to remember verbal instructions.

C

Which of the following is used to treat the most common cause of impairment to an older person's hearing? a. Hearing aids b. Cochlear implants c. Ear canal irrigation d. Sign language

C

Which of the following should the nurse recommend for a moderate-intensity exercise for older adults who are ambulatory and in good health? a. Walk 4 miles in 60 minutes. b. Work in the garden for 45 minutes. c. Swim laps in the pool for 20 minutes. d. Wash and wax the car for 75 minutes.

C

Which role is most likely to have a significant effect on the type of aging process experienced by the older adult? a. Grandparent b. Friend c. Spouse d. Parent

C

Which statement describes aging in developing countries? a. Aged dependence is likely to improve from 1:4 to 1:2. b. The biggest problem for older adults will be the lack of food. c. Most older adults are likely to reside in these countries. d. Similar to fertility, life expectancy is increasing, although at a different rate.

C

The nurse observes that a male patient is snoring every night. Which should the nurse assess in this patient to diagnose the potential for sleep apnea? (Select all that apply.) a. Change in appetite b. Rituals for sleeping c. Number of daytime naps d. Headaches in the morning e. Irritability during the day f. Awakening during the night

C, D, E, F

An older man with severe knee pain tells the nurse how he lost his job and his home after starting a new business when he was 48 years old. Now he lives alone and relies on Social Security. Using Jung's theory, what in this individual's life is the most pivotal in his personality development? a. Living alone b. Severe knee pain c. Meager income d. Job and home loss

D

An older woman tells the nurse that she has experienced increasing fatigue and shortness of breath over the last 2 days. Which goal is the nurse's priority? a. Promote safety to prevent injury. b. Complete nutritional assessment. c. Balance exercise and rest periods. d. Explore the woman's complaints.

D

Historical influences that have shaped the lives of the majority of the middle-old population in the United States today include which of the following? a. Influenza epidemic of 1918 b. Immigration from communist Europe c. Child rearing in the Depression d. World War II

D

Name the theory of aging that suggests that the adverse physical effects of aging are the result of a gradual loss of control mechanisms in the pituitary and hypothalamus. a. Free-radical theory b. Stochastic theory c. Programmed theory d. Neuroendocrine theory

D

The Healthy People 2020 document identified which goals for immunizations? a. Increase percentage of persons who receive a seasonal influenza immunization; 65 years of age or over and living in the community b. Increase percentage of persons who are vaccinated against herpes zoster, 60 years of age or over c. Increase percentage of persons who are vaccinated against pneumococcal disease; 65 years of age or over and living in the community d. Increase percentage of persons who are vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV); 60 years of age or over

D

The children in an African-American family attended college because their mother worked two jobs as they were growing up. She never finished high school, the children are grown, and she lives alone in retirement. Which noted weakness of sociological theories on aging explains why the social exchange theory is not applicable to this older adult? a. Gender b. Ethnicity c. Culture d. Opportunity

D

The nurse at a nursing home wants to help decrease the risk of Alzheimer disease in the residents. Which should the nurse do to implement this goal? a. Keep the curtains open in their rooms. b. Offer beads for them to string on yarn. c. Show movies that the residents choose. d. Assist residents with ambulation to meals.

D

The nurse cares for an older adult who has a prealbumin level of 10 mg/dl and an infection in a large wound. Which intervention is the nurse's priority? a. Monitor temperature and leukocytes. b. Provide assistance with meal planning. c. Provide high-quality protein in the diet. d. Maintain oxygen saturation above 95%.

D

The nurse observes older female adults learning advanced knitting techniques. The nurse concludes that this learning activity is suitable for these women because it accomplishes which of the following? a. Helps maintain joint flexibility b. Improves the group's cohesiveness c. Provides a needed social opportunity d. Adds to their existing knowledge base

D

The nurse plans care for older adults who are in good health but isolated from their families. If the nurse's goal is to move the adults toward gerotranscendence, which intervention should the nurse use in the plan of care? a. Give a daily tea party for the group. b. Call each family to encourage visiting. c. Assist them to resume midlife patterns. d. Help each person with individual activities.

D

The older adult residents of an assisted-living facility are preparing for a 14-day trip to Europe. Which is the most important exercise for the nurse to recommend for the group? a. Practice standing on one foot for 30 seconds. b. Move light weights in a rowing motion eight times. c. Stretch the hips by pulling the knee to the chest. d. Swim laps in the pool for 10 minutes continuously.

D

Which action should the nurse take when addressing older adults? a. Speak in an exaggerated pitch. b. Use a lower quality of speech. c. Use endearing terms such as "Honey." d. Speak clearly.

D

Which describes the older man who is likely to experience the best overall health and well-being? a. Resides in assisted-living facility, watches television alone, uses herbal remedies, is underweight b. Resides alone, was moved to a new city recently by his family members for their convenience, has osteoarthritis c. Has prostate cancer with metastasis to the lungs, is receiving radiation therapy, is wealthy, has a large family d. Uses a wheelchair, has peripheral arterial disease, attends weekly baseball games with three friends

D

Which is a common age-related physical change that may affect digestion and food intake? a. Loss of the majority of taste buds b. Decreased motility in the esophagus c. Decreased cholecystokinin secretion d. Loss of smell

D

An older woman has diabetes mellitus and requires hemodialysis for renal failure. She is discharged to home to recover from a sternal wound infection and coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). A home care nurse will provide wound care. Which of the following is the major justification for the complete and accurate documentation of this older adult's care? a. Requires complex health care b. Has needs in multiple settings c. Is at risk for iatrogenic problems d. Has significant health care expenses

A

In differentiating between health and wellness in health care, which of the following statements is true? a. Health is a broad term encompassing attitudes and behaviors. b. The concept of illness prevention was never considered by previous generations. c. Wellness and self-actualization develop through learning and growth. d. Wellness is impossible when one's health is compromised.

A

In which context are members of a cohort described when using the age-stratification theory to explain the effect of similar events, conditions, and circumstances? a. Historical b. Sociological c. Biological d. Chronological

A

Persons with normal age-related sensory changes are likely to have the most difficulty distinguishing which of the following? a. Spoken pairs of phrases like "she's praised" and "fees raised" b. Orange towel hanging on a beige wall c. "Go" and "to" in lowercase letters in fine print d. Spoken word pairs like "cupful" and "capful"

A

The latest trends in medicine encourage health care providers to prescribe nutrient-dense foods and exercise to prevent or delay the shortening of telomeres. On which biological theory of aging are these practices based? a. Genetic research b. Pacemaker theory c. Caloric restriction d. Cross-link theory

A

The nurse is aware that cultural competence means having the skills to put cultural knowledge to use in all of the following except: a. Assessment b. Intervention c. Communication d. Collaboration

A

The nurse provides opportunities for nursing home residents to read aloud to others. Which cognitive skill is this nursing intervention most likely to improve? a. Verbal fluency b. Object naming c. Logical analysis d. Visuospatial skills

A

Which approach requires the nurse to integrate and balance all aspects of an individual's life into the plan of care? a. Holistic nursing b. Healthy People 2020 c. Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs d. Orem's Self-Care Requirements

A

Which are the major factors influencing the experience of aging? a. Health, history, and sex b. Self-care needs and culture c. Self-fulfillment and self-esteem d. Society, culture, and marital status

A

Which cultural group is more likely to distrust the health care system than other cultural groups in the United States? a. African Americans b. Mexican Americans c. Chinese Americans d. Lebanese Americans

A

Which of the following is a true statement about documentation? a. Nurses should keep records of patients' wishes. b. Patients do not have access to their own medical records. c. The Outcomes and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) is a complete record of the health status of a patient. d. The nurse is responsible for completing all of the Minimum Data Set (MDS).

A

Which one of the following is connected with the nursing home reform mandated by a 1987 law? a. Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) b. HIPAA c. OASIS d. Fulmer SPICES

A

he nurse administers an antibiotic and naproxen to an older woman. Which laboratory test result should the nurse monitor to gauge the older adult's response to the medication? a. Urine creatinine b. Serum creatinine c. Indirect bilirubin d. Total hemoglobin

A

Identify the Healthy People 2020 emerging issues in the health of older adults. (Select all that apply.) a. Coordinating care for the older adult population b. Assisting older adults in the management of their own care c. Identifying levels of training for those caring for older adults d. Making community resources available for older adults e. Increase in health disparities for rural older adults

A, B, C

The nurse is admitting a patient to a long-term care facility. During the admission, the patient verbalizes a concern about getting dementia now that he is in a nursing home. In what activity(ies) should the nurse encourage the patient to participate to maintain brain health? (Select all that apply.) a. Physical exercise b. Socialization c. Stimulating mental activity d. Increasing dietary intake

A, B, C

According to Healthy People 2020, older adults have been identified as a priority, with a goal to improve their health, function, and quality of life. Identify the targeted chronic focus areas for improvement. (Select all that apply.) a. Diabetes b. Arthritis c. Congestive heart failure d. Dementia e. Cancer f. Pressure ulcers

A, B, C, D

An older adult who is on bed rest has tachycardia and dry mucous membranes after surgery. Which of the following is the nurse's priority for preventive care because of the patient's fluid volume status? a. Bowel obstruction b. Thromboembolic events c. Delirious behavior d. Delayed wound healing

B

A nursing home resident who has type 1 diabetes mellitus is gradually requiring more and more insulin on an as-needed (PRN) basis to treat hyperglycemia. Which of the following should the nurse assess to plan care for improving this individual's glucose metabolism? a. New-onset urinary tract infection b. Trends over time in activity level c. Sudden increase in caloric intake d. Big change in diabetic medication use

B

The nurse is assessing an older adult from a culture different than the nurse's by asking questions from the Explanatory Model for Culturally Sensitive Assessment. Which question(s) should the nurse ask to follow this model? (Select all that apply.) a. How can we negotiate to solve the problem? b. What treatment can improve your condition? c. Should we try my plan first to see if it helps? d. Can we discuss differences in our plans now? e. How long have you experienced the problem? f. Who, other than me, can make you feel better?

B, E, F

. The nurse completes an admission assessment on an older adult patient. The nurse identifies which factor that may contribute to sleep problems? a. Exposure to sunlight b. Use of a sleep aid c. Polypharmacy d. Decreased fluid intake

C

A man is terminally ill with end-stage prostate cancer. Which is the best statement about this man's wellness? a. Wellness is possible in the management of his medical care. b. Wellness is unfortunately not a real option for this client. c. Wellness is the same thing as faith healing, and if the client would be more receptive, then he could be back at work in a few weeks. d. Nursing interventions can help empower a client to achieve a higher level of wellness.

D

A medical illustration shows a man with the blunt end of a tuning fork pressed to the center of his forehead. The man is being tested for which of the following? a. Sensorineural hearing loss b. Presbycusis c. Tinnitus d. Unilateral conductive hearing loss

D

Aging ordinarily leads to decreases in which of the following? a. Creatinine clearance and insulin secretion b. Blood carbon dioxide and saliva production c. Left ventricle-wall thickness and skin healing time d. Serum triiodothyronine (T3) and gastric pepsin

D

An older adult complains about experiencing dry eyes daily. Which of the following should the nurse assess to help determine the cause of the patient's complaint? a. Vitamin B deficiency b. Use of humidifier at home c. History of diabetes mellitus d. Prescription antihistamine use

D

An older individual from which culture is likely to receive more respect than a younger person in the same community? a. Canadian b. German c. Anglo-Saxon d. African American

D

An older man who resides in a nursing home has total cholesterol of 245 mg/dl. Which nursing intervention is most likely to assist this man in achieving his highest level of wellness? a. Instruct him about increasing dietary fiber. b. Ask the health care provider for a low-fat diet. c. Schedule a consultation for him with the dietitian. d. Review a menu with him to choose suitable foods.

D

Which of the following is a true statement about gerontological nursing for patients of different races and ethnic backgrounds? a. The fact that a nurse is white has no bearing on the nurse's ability to care for minority patients or patients of color. b. An encyclopedic accumulation of details of a particular culture is the best preparation for caring for persons from that culture. c. A nurse who works in Illinois does not need to be as concerned about sensitivity to multiple cultures as the nurse who works in California. d. Facial expressions, body language, posture, and touch are important elements of communication between a nurse and a patient from a different ethnicity.

D

Which of the following is a true statement about the theories of aging? a. Research data support the disengagement theory, activity theory, and continuity theory. b. Everyone should be able to achieve the three tasks of Peck's model of integrity. c. The exercise of rights is not a task of aging in Kelly's model. d. A person may choose to avoid pursuing inner discovery in older age.

D

Which of the following statements is true about social and emotional health of older adults? a. Contemporary society has strong norms for the behavior of adults older than 80 years. b. The transition to old age entails a declining level of contribution to others as one becomes increasingly dependent on them. c. Computers and the Internet have little to contribute to older adults in their need for social support. d. Nurses are often significant sources of social and emotional support for older adults.

D

Which one of the following is a true statement about mobility and safety for older adults? a. Use of restraints on older patients helps prevent injuries from falls. b. Falls that do not cause physical injury are not significant. c. The get-up-and-go test provides a measure of a patient's energy and initiative. d. Lowering the bed and fluorescent tapes are interventions to increase safety.

D

Which option refers to the highest level of human functioning according to Maslow? a. Biological and physical integrity b. Safety and security c. Self-esteem d. Self-actualization

D

Which physiological change in the brain is the reason the nurse allows more time for answering questions with older adults? a. Increased secretion of cholinesterase b. Decreased secretion of neurotransmitters c. Loss of spinal cord and brainstem neurons d. Atrophy of dendrites in the cerebral cortex

D

Individuals who are 100 to 109 years of age are known as...?

centenarians