Health and Aging Exam Bank
Course Introduction
Health and Aging examines the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors that influence the health and well-being of individuals as they grow older. The course explores age-related changes in physical and cognitive functioning, common chronic and acute health conditions associated with aging, and public health strategies for promoting healthy aging. Students will analyze policies, health care systems, and community resources that impact older adults, as well as the role of prevention, health promotion, and disease management in enhancing quality of life in later years. Through interdisciplinary perspectives, the course fosters a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities present in an aging society.
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Gerontologic Nursing 5th Edition by Sue E. Meiner
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Chapter 1: Overview of Gerontologic Nursing
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Q1) What information does the faculty member teach students about Medicare?
A)Covers anyone with end stage renal disease
B)Part A covers some prescription costs
C)Part B covers inpatient hospital costs
D)Part D eliminates the drug "donut hole"
Answer: A
Q2) A nurse wants to plan a community event at a retirement center.What topic would most likely be best received?
A)Heart healthy living
B)Financial planning
C)Avoiding scams
D)Ethnic cooking classes
Answer: A
Q3) The nurse working with older adults understands what information about certification in gerontologic nursing?
A)It is mandatory for those in long-term care settings.
B)It is voluntary and shows clinical expertise in an area.
C)It allows nurses to be paid by third-party payers.
D)It allows nurses to advance their careers in a job.
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Theories of Aging
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Q1) Your patient's spouse died recently from a sudden illness after 45 years of marriage.The patient was the primary caregiver for the spouse during this time.The patient is now depressed and withdrawn and has verbalized feelings of uselessness.Which action by the nurse is best?
A)Encourage the patient take up a hobby that will occupy some time.
B)Explain that volunteering would be an excellent way to stay useful.
C)Assure the patient that these feelings of sadness will pass with time.
D)Ask the patient to share some cherished memories of the spouse.
Answer: B
Q2) A nurse assesses an older patient who has lost a great deal of weight in a short time.When asked,the patient states this behavior started after the patient read a magazine article on the benefits of extreme caloric restrictions.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"That research was done on rodents and not on humans."
B)"You shouldn't restrict your calories so severely."
C)"You have lost so much weight you need dietary supplements."
D)"You can't believe everything you read in those magazines."
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Legal and Ethical Issues
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Q1) What provisions for nursing service are part of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)as it pertains to long-term care facilities? (Select all that apply. )
A)Resident assessments
B)Annual screenings
C)Minimum staffing
D)Ensuring resident rights
E)Registered nurse educational requirements
Answer: A,B,C,D
Q2) The nurse caring for an older patient who resides in an assisted living facility is asked to obtain and witness the patient's signature on a living will document.The nurse responds most appropriately when stating:
A)"I will,because such a document is so valuable to the patient's plan of care."
B)"I'll ask the patient's family if they agree that the patient should sign the document."
C)"First I need to discuss the purpose of this document with the patient."
D)"I'm sorry but I cannot ethically do that."
Answer: D
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Chapter 4: Gerontologic Assessment
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Q1) The nurse using the SPICES model to assess older patients collects data on which topics? (Select all that apply. )
A)Sleep disorders
B)Problems with eating
C)Incontinence
D)Falls
E)Social situations
Q2) To establish a mutually respectful relationship with an older adult patient being admitted to a skilled nursing unit,the nurse first introduces himself and then asks:
A)how the patient would like to be addressed.
B)if the patient has any specific requests to make of the staff.
C)the patient to share a little about his or her personal likes and dislikes.
D)the patient to read the orientation materials that the facility provides.
Q3) The nurse most effectively implements guided reminiscence during a patient interview by:
A)reminding the patient to share important memories of the past.
B)scheduling several short interviews rather than one long one.
C)controlling the interview by selecting the memories to be discussed.
D)encouraging the patient to relive his or her memories while maintaining focus.
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Chapter 5: Cultural Influences
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Q1) A new nurse is caring for a patient from Appalachia.The patient seems guarded and secretive,which frustrates the new nurse.What advice from the mentor is most appropriate?
A)"Maybe you should ask to change your assignment."
B)"This is a normal behavior for this patient's cultural group."
C)"You could try to apologize for anything you may have done."
D)"Ask the patient why she is acting so strangely around you."
Q2) The nurse is most effectively using the concept of future time orientation when:
A)promising to help the patient call his daughter each weekend.
B)offering to complete the health assessment history after the patient eats dinner.
C)encouraging an older patient to keep a follow-up clinic appointment.
D)arranging for a colorectal cancer screen for senior citizens.
Q3) When attempting to provide culturally sensitive care according to the explanatory model,the nurse asks the patient:
A)"Who will be able to help you when you go home?"
B)"Do you think the treatment is helping?"
C)"When did you first notice the problem?"
D)"Has this illness changed your life?"
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Chapter 6: Family Influences
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Q1) A nurse is mediating a family meeting with an older adult and four grown children.One daughter,who has three small children of her own,keeps volunteering to do tasks until she has agreed to do about 90% of what is needed for the older adult.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Praise the daughter for being so willing to do so much for her father.
B)Ask the other children why they are so unwilling to help out.
C)Ask the daughter if she can realistically accomplish all these items.
D)Tell the daughter that she is unable to do all these things and to delegate.
Q2) The nurse working with older adults wonders why fewer of the aging patients seen in the clinic live with their adult children than in the past.What trend most likely explains this?
A)declining birth rate
B)mobility of families
C)rise of assisted living
D)healthier older adults
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Chapter 7: Socioeconomic and Environmental Influences
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Q1) The nurse hears a news report about an older woman having her purse stolen.The assailant said,"Give me your purse,old lady,or I'll kill you." What crimes have been committed? (Select all that apply. )
A)Assault
B)Battery
C)Larceny
D)Robbery
E)Burglary
Q2) An older woman lives alone.What action by the nurse is best to keep the patient from becoming a victim of crime?
A)Encourage the patient to take self-defense classes.
B)Tell the patient that it is okay to hang up or not answer the door.
C)Have the patient install a monitored security system.
D)Ask if there is a neighbor who can check up on her.
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Chapter 8: Health Promotion and Illnessdisability
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Q1) An older adult patient has recently experienced some difficulty sustaining an erection as a result of medication he has been prescribed.The nurse best assesses the patient's perception of his own sexuality by asking:
A)"How are you and your wife coping with your sexual dysfunction?"
B)"What problems has your sexual dysfunction caused between you and your wife?"
C)"What impact has this dysfunction had on your ability to be intimate with your wife?"
D)"Are you and your wife prepared to deal with this dysfunction over the long term?"
Q2) When assessing the older adult for bowel health,the nurse is most effective in obtaining subjective data when asking:
A)"Would you describe your bowel movements as usually normal?"
B)"Do you have a problem with constipation?"
C)"How often do you usually have a bowel movement?"
D)"Have your bowel movements changed recently?"
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Chapter 9: Health Care Delivery Settings and Older Adults
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Q1) The nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a patient recovering from a cerebral vascular accident that has resulted in a mild loss of muscle function in his right arm and leg.The nurse is best addressing the patient's need via the functional model of care when:
A)assessing the patient's right-sided muscle strength daily.
B)reaffirming to the patient that physical therapy will improve his muscle strength.
C)instructing the patient's family on how to properly assist the patient in walking.
D)placing the telephone where the patient can reach it with his left hand.
Q2) The nurse caring for an older patient is concerned when the patient begins experiencing mild confusion.The nurse notes that the vital signs are all within normal limits for this patient.To best assess related symptoms,the nurse initially:
A)asks the patient to "Squeeze my hand as hard as you can."
B)reviews documentation about how the patient has been eating.
C)reviews the patient's medication for possible adverse reactions.
D)asks the patient's daughter if her mother has been confused before.
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Chapter 10: Nutrition
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Q1) A 73-year-old patient is concerned about staying healthy for as long as possible.When asked what lifestyle changes the patient should consider,the nurse suggests:
A)"As your metabolism slows,you will need to increase your intake of fat."
B)"If you are having difficulty sleeping,a mild sedative will help you sleep."
C)"Regular exercise will help you preserve function and reduce your risk for disease."
D)"Minimize stress by being willing to ask your family for help when you need it."
Q2) An older adult is worried about potassium intake.What does the nurse teach this patient?
A)Unless you take a diuretic,don't worry about potassium.
B)You should take a daily potassium supplement.
C)You should try to get all your potassium through food.
D)Potassium is not a nutrient people generally worry about.
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Chapter 11: Sleep and Activity
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Q1) A patient wants to use an herbal preparation to help with decreased sleep.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"There are no research studies on these herbal preparations."
B)"Why don't you try exercise during the day first?"
C)"Have you had a physical exam any time recently?"
D)"Why do you want to use an herbal product for insomnia?"
Q2) An older patient reports that sleep was being severely affected by the need to urinate frequently.The patient states he has begun restricting his fluid intake after 5 PM to help with the problem.The nurse responds:
A)"Have you seen a decrease in waking up since you cut back on fluids?"
B)"You need sufficient fluids,so don't be too restrictive."
C)"You need the same amount over 24 hours,so drink enough by dinnertime."
D)"Have you had your prostate checked by your health care provider?"
Q3) The nurse caring for older patients would prepare to administer which medication as a short-term sleep aid?
A)Diazepam (Valium)
B)Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
C)Chloral hydrate (Somnote)
D)The nurse would try other measures first
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Chapter 12: Safety
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Q1) The nurse teaches that which of the following is the best place to store medications?
A)Bathroom medicine cabinet
B)Near the kitchen sink
C)In the laundry room
D)In a drawer in the bedroom
Q2) A patient is brought to the emergency department after falling while shoveling snow.The patient's core temperature is 92.0°F (33.30°C).What rewarming measures does the nurse prepare to initiate?
A)Warm blankets
B)Warm heating lamps
C)Peritoneal dialysis
D)Warmed intravenous (IV)solutions
Q3) The student asks the nurse why ground beef and other ground meat products are more likely to be contaminated and cause food-borne illness.What response by the nurse is best?
A)It's because they are handled more.
B)They are from cheaper cuts of meat.
C)They are not kept cold during shipping.
D)They are made from leftover meats.
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Chapter 13: Sexuality and Aging
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Q1) The nurse notes the patient's chart lists "dyspareunia" as a complaint.What teaching does the nurse plan to provide?
A)Use of water-soluble lubricants
B)Performing Kegel exercises
C)Deep breathing and relaxation
D)Use of antifungal medications
Q2) A type 2 insulin-dependent diabetic 70-year-old recently lost his wife and is experiencing impotence.Besides educating the patient on the normal effects of aging on sexual function,the nurse should initially include information regarding:
A)the effect that stress has on sexual performance.
B)the effect of diabetes mellitus on the vascular system.
C)the link between depression and sexual dysfunction.
D)sexual dysfunction related to long-term use of insulin.
Q3) What information about sexuality is contrary to research on sexuality in older men?
A)Erections are not as firm.
B)It takes longer to obtain erections.
C)Erectile dysfunction is inevitable.
D)Ejaculation may not be a strong.
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Chapter 14: Pain
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Q1) The nurse caring for an older cognitively impaired patient with osteoarthritis in both hands assesses the patient for hand pain by:
A)observing for facial grimacing when the patient uses a fork to eat.
B)being alert for signs of agitation when washing the patient's hands.
C)listening to detect moaning when patient makes a fist.
D)watching for signs that the patient is reluctant to shake hands.
Q2) The nurse caring for an older adult patient experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome anticipates the patient will best achieve pain control when prescribed a(n):
A)narcotic (e.g. ,fentanyl).
B)opioid (e.g. ,oxycodone).
C)tricyclic antidepressant (e.g. ,amitriptyline [Elavil]).
D)nonpharmacologic strategy (e.g. ,wrist bracing).
Q3) When planning care for the older adult experiencing pain,the nurse bases interventions on the realization that:
A)generally pain control is less effective than it is for younger adults.
B)this cohort is less pain sensitive than younger adults.
C)older adults are more likely to verbally express pain than younger adults.
D)pain is undertreated in this cohort compared to younger adults.
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Chapter 15: Infection
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Q1) An immunosuppressed older adult patient reports symptoms of fatigue,facial rash,intermittent low-grade fever,and painfully swollen finger joints.The nurse anticipates that diagnosis will be confirmed by:
A)the presence of subcutaneous nodules on the hands.
B)a positive antinuclear antibody (ANA)blood serum test.
C)a liver biopsy that confirms cirrhosis.
D)the presence of bilateral ocular scleritis.
Q2) An older patient asks the nurse about taking Echinacea to prevent colds.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"That's fine;it's a very common herb."
B)"Older people should not use herbs."
C)"This herb may not be well produced."
D)"Echinacea has a deleterious effect on immunity."
Q3) The nurse caring for an older adult patient being treated for influenza is especially careful to monitor and document assessment data related to:
A)cognitive function.
B)respiratory function.
C)fluid intake.
D)urinary output.
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Chapter 16: Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation
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Q1) The student learning about chronic disease and illness in the older population learns which facts about this situation? (Select all that apply. )
A)One in two adults,or more than 133,000 Americans,has a chronic condition.
B)Chronic disease is the leading cause of death in those over 65.
C)About 75% of medical costs each year are spent on managing chronic disease.
D)Formerly acute conditions are now manageable chronic diseases..
E)The focus of America's health care services is now on chronic illness
Q2) The nurse impacts the trajectory of a patient's type 2 insulin-dependent diabetes best by:
A)evaluating the patient's ability to administer insulin appropriately.
B)providing the patient with a written copy of the treatment plan.
C)explaining to the patient the importance of serum glucose control.
D)providing the patient with research-based nursing care.
Q3) To best assist an older adult patient to cope with a new diagnosis of chronic renal failure,the nurse:
A)asks the patient to describe her usual coping strategies.
B)provides the patient with descriptions of new coping strategies.
C)initiates discussions with the patient to explain the disease.
D)offers to arrange a meeting with another patient with the diagnosis.
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Chapter 17: Cancer
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Q1) A patient is admitted to the hospital for chemotherapy and has severe mucositis.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Provide frequent oral care with saline.
B)Have the family bring the favorite mouthwash.
C)Document the patient's oral assessment.
D)Ensure teeth are brushed with a firm toothbrush.
Q2) An older adult patient with breast cancer is reluctant to agree to the suggested treatment plan because "I have heard such horrible things about radiation therapy." The nurse responds:
A)"Radiation therapy no longer causes such terrible side effects."
B)"Your chances of recovery are best when radiation is included."
C)"Ask the oncologist if there are alternative treatments."
D)"Actually there is very effective symptom control now."
Q3) The nurse is admitting a patient to the hospital who has cancer and a neutrophil count of 430/mm³.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Place the patient in a private room.
B)Use good handwashing with all contact.
C)Place the patient in protective precautions.
D)Initiate contact precautions.
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Chapter 18: Loss and End-Of-Life Issues
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Q1) The nurse documents that a patient is likely experiencing exaggerated grief when observing which behavior?
A)Keeps telling family and friends that her spouse "can't be dead."
B)Re-reads her late spouses diaries nightly since the death 2 years ago.
C)Develops severe abdominal pains on each anniversary of her spouse's death.
D)Becomes agitated whenever someone refers to the spouse's death or "moving on."
Q2) A nurse is assisting a patient with a life review.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Ask the patient what his or her job was.
B)Ask about memories the patient is proud of.
C)Ask the patient about special holiday foods.
D)Ask the patient to name children and grandchildren.
Q3) A dying patient is being cared for at home.The family relates to the hospice nurse that they are distressed that the patient no longer wants favorite food items.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"Dying people don't usually want to eat."
B)"Your loved one won't starve to death."
C)"Why do you insist of trying to feed her?"
D)"Is there another way you can show caring?"
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Chapter 19: Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests
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Q1) The nurse is caring for an 88-year-old patient who was admitted to the long-term care facility after a recent conviction of driving while intoxicated.On reviewing the laboratory work and observing a folic acid level of 2 ng/ml,the nurse:
A)increases the patient's caloric intake.
B)performs a dietary assessment on the patient.
C)provides the patient with sodium-rich foods.
D)immediately notifies the patient's physician.
Q2) On assessing the laboratory data of an older adult patient,the nurse notes the serum potassium level is 5.3 mEq/L.Based on this information,the nurse:
A)asks if the patient has been using a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID).
B)determines if the patient is receiving a diuretic that promotes potassium loss.
C)suggests several potassium-rich foods to supplement dietary potassium intake.
D)monitors the patient's urinary output for possible fluid retention.
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Chapter 20: Pharmacologic Management
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Q1) The nurse must be able to distinguish between alcohol intoxication and alcohol withdrawal to intervene appropriately.The nurse suspects alcohol intoxication when the patient does which of the following? (Select all that apply. )
A)Slurs his speech when answering questions
B)Has difficulty remembering his address
C)Reports seeing snakes in the corner of the room
D)Documents his blood pressure as 168/90
E)Experiences difficulty when walking to the bathroom
Q2) A 68-year-old man with a history of alcohol abuse is admitted to the acute care facility for reports of abdominal pain.Based on your understanding of alcohol withdrawal,the nurse knows that if patient is currently abusing alcohol,he will most likely:
A)experience delirium tremors within 4 hours of hospitalization.
B)develop withdrawal symptoms 48 to 72 hours after the last intake of alcohol.
C)receive 1 ounce of alcohol every 4 hours while awake.
D)be prescribed oxazepam (Serax).
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Chapter 21: Cardiovascular Function
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Q1) A novice nurse requires additional education on arterial vascular deficiency when suggesting the condition's symptoms include:
A)2+ edema in calf and foot of left leg.
B)a 2-cm ulcer between the great and second toe on the left foot.
C)skin on the left leg is cool to the touch.
D)toenails on the left foot are thick and brittle.
Q2) An older patient is overwhelmed at the number of lifestyle changes needed to manage newly diagnosed cardiovascular disease.What action by the nurse will reduce this barrier to teaching?
A)Tell the patient even tiny changes over time make a big difference.
B)Tell the patient that smoking is the biggest risk factor and needs to stop.
C)Help the patient choose a change and incorporate it into daily life.
D)Educate the patient on the consequences of not making changes.
Q3) A patient has peripheral vascular disease.What statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A)I will have the podiatrist cut my toenails.
B)I will be sure to wear sturdy shoes.
C)I can only walk limited distances now.
D)I will report any injury to my foot or leg.
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Chapter 22: Respiratory Function
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Q1) The nurse best maximizes an older adult's potential to avoid developing a postsurgical respiratory infection by:
A)walking the patient to the bathroom instead of using the bedside commode.
B)encouraging compliance with prescribed antibiotic therapy.
C)evaluating the patient's ability to effectively cough and deep breathe.
D)offering fluids every hour while the patient is awake.
Q2) The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of an older patient's self-management of asthma.What does the nurse assess as the priority? (Select all that apply. )
A)How many times a week a rescue inhaler treatment is needed
B)How well the patient is able to avoid the known triggers
C)Whether the patient experience frequent respiratory infections
D)Whether the patient requires rest periods during the day
E)Whether the patient believes he or she has the support of family and friends
Q3) An 80-year-old patient is concerned about contracting pneumonia.The nurse educates her that the key to prevention is:
A)early recognition of the symptoms.
B)being vaccinated per government guidelines
C)minimizing contact with the public during the winter months.
D)supplementing one's daily diet with various vitamin C sources.
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Chapter 23: Endocrine Function
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Q1) The nurse teaches an older patient safety rules for exercising.What do these rules include? (Select all that apply. )
A)Carry medical identification.
B)Check blood glucose before exercising.
C)Drink plenty of water.
D)Have quick-acting glucose.
E)Knowing signs of hyperglycemia.
Q2) An older patient has osteoporosis and is reluctant to exercise because "I already have a bone problem,so how will it help?" What response by the nurse is best?
A)It can improve posture,balance,and reduce falls.
B)It will give you heart-healthy benefits.
C)Exercise will make you feel younger.
D)If you join a gym,you can socialize with new people.
Q3) A patient has type 2 diabetes.The family reports the patient has become very forgetful.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"We should assess her for Alzheimer disease."
B)"Forgetfulness is a common sign in diabetes."
C)"Have her blood sugars been under good control?"
D)"Does she recognize you and know your names?"
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Chapter 24: Gastrointestinal Function
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Q1) An older patient is having a colostomy as part of surgery for colon cancer.What assessment by the nurse is most important in this patient?
A)Manual dexterity
B)Body image
C)Fear of dying
D)Fluid volume status
Q2) Because of a knowledge of age-related changes in the gastrointestinal system,the nurse encourages regular screenings for which of the following? (Select all that apply. )
A)Osteoporosis
B)Vitamin B deficiency
C)Pernicious anemia
D)Enlarged liver
E)Iron deficiency anemia
Q3) A patient is admitted with infectious diarrhea.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Place the patient in contact precautions.
B)Place the patient on droplet precautions.
C)Use standard precautions to care for the patient.
D)Prepare staff to take prophylactic antibiotics.
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Chapter 25: Musculoskeletal Function
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Q1) The nurse caring for an older patient diagnosed with spinal stenosis encourages the patient to notify her physician if she experiences:
A)sharp pain when turning her neck side-to-side.
B)stabbing pain in her lower back.
C)a cramping sensation in her feet.
D)a burning sensation in either one or both legs.
Q2) A nurse is caring for the older patient who had knee replacement surgery 8 days ago.What assessment by the nurse is most important?
A)Determining whether the patient has sensation to the foot
B)Asking the patient to rate his or her current pain.
C)Observing the incision site for redness or drainage.
D)Monitoring the calf circumference on the affected side
Q3) An older patient is in the family practice clinic reporting increasing joint pain,anorexia,and low-grade fever.The patient has a history of osteoarthritis.What action by the nurse is best?
A)Document the findings on the patient's chart.
B)Assess for joint deformities and nodules.
C)Tell the provider the patient needs more pain medicine.
D)Encourage the patient to ask for physical therapy.
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Chapter 26: Urinary Function
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Q1) A patient has a history of smoking and now has painless hematuria.After a workup,the patient is told the diagnosis of bladder cancer.What action by the nurse is most important?
A)Allow the patient to verbalize feelings.
B)Educate the patient on care of an ileal conduit.
C)Teach the patient how to manage nausea.
D)Offer a social work referral to complete a living will.
Q2) A male patient reports difficulty starting a urine stream and a weak urine flow.When prompted to seek medical attention,the patient asks why,as it's "obviously" benign prostatic hypertrophy.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"You never know;it could be cancer."
B)"You should have any change checked out."
C)"Only the physician can make a diagnosis,"
D)"BPH and prostate cancer have similar symptoms."
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Chapter 27: Cognitive and Neurologic Function
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a severely depressed older patient.To best effect change in the patient's emotional state,the nurse's initial goal is to:
A)plan interventions that will enhance the patient's self-esteem.
B)introduce the patient to new coping skills.
C)assess the patient's potential to self-harm.
D)develop a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship.
Q2) An 80-year-old patient who is experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety is reluctant to comply with the prescribed treatment plan.The nurse initially addresses the issue with the patient by asking:
A)"How do you feel about how others view your mental health problem?"
B)"Are you concerned about paying for your psychiatric medications?"
C)"Did you know that depression is common among people your age?"
D)"Do you have any questions about your the mental health treatment plan?"
Q3) When assessing an older patient displaying symptoms of delirium,the nurse focuses the assessment on:
A)the degree and duration of the symptoms.
B)the amount of self-care deficiency the symptoms cause.
C)identifying processes that commonly result in the symptoms.
D)physiologic dysfunction resulting from the symptoms.
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Chapter 28: Integumentary Function
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Q1) A 65-year-old man is seen in the outpatient clinic for treatment of psoriasis.The nurse educates the patient to the possibility of developing:
A)alopecia.
B)orange-tinged urine.
C)yellow-brown nails.
D)cherry angiomas.
Q2) The nurse explains that the plan of care for an older adult patient with seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp should include:
A)cleaning lesions with a weak hydrogen peroxide solution daily.
B)cleaning the scalp with a low-dose steroidal shampoo.
C)applying hydrocortisone 10% to scalp lesions.
D)applying selenium shampoo to the scalp.
Q3) An older adult patient reports simple xerosis with mild pruritus.The nurse educates her on the importance of:
A)applying a lanolin-rich cream and avoiding scratching the areas.
B)taking warm baths and gently rubbing of affected areas with a terrycloth towel.
C)minimizing ingestion of fried foods and use of an antihistamine cream.
D)avoiding bath oils and allowing the skin to air-dry after bathing.
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Chapter 29: Sensory Function
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Q1) The morning of her scheduled cataract extraction and intraocular lens placement of the right eye,an older adult patient expresses concern that she will not remember her instructions for home care.Which statement is the best response to the patient's concern?
A)"Is your family going to be here while you're in surgery?"
B)"Are you anxious about the surgery?"
C)"I'll reinforce the important points."
D)"We will provide you with written instructions."
Q2) A 96-year-old patient reports symptoms of xerostomia.The nurse attempts to minimize the effects of the condition by:
A)providing appropriate fluids with the patient's meals.
B)cutting the patient's meat into small bite-sized pieces.
C)elevating the head of the patient's bed at mealtimes.
D)assisting the patient with oral care before each meal.
Q3) The preferred way for the nurse to communicate with a 72-year-old hearing-impaired patient is to:
A)speak loudly into the patient's unaffected ear.
B)exaggerate the form of each word.
C)provide all communication in written form.
D)speak clearly and directly,facing the person.
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