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HESI GERIATRICS EXAM TEST BANK 300
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025 BRAND NEW!!
Your older female patient is complaining because she is having frequent UTIs. Which normal
age-related change is most likely to be a contributing factor? ch. 3 - CORRECT
ANSWER>>Decreased bladder muscle tone
Which are normal age-related changes? (Select all that apply.) ch.
3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>1 Decreased visual acuity
4 Increased gastric pH
8 Decreased serum albumin
10 Decreased rate of peristalsis
What are patients who have had Parkinson disease for 10 years likely to exhibit? (Select all that
apply.)
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>1 Rigidity and tremors when at rest
3 Dementia
An older adult is coming to your clinic for treatment for a gastric ulcer. Which treatment would
the nurse expect to be ordered?
ch.3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Antibiotics
What should the nurse explain when discussing expected changes in the female reproductive
system to an older adult?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Production of vaginal secretions decreases
The nurse performs a skin assessment of an older adult. Which finding is abnormal and needs to
be reported?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>A dark, elevated patch that bleeds when touched
The nurse encourages the patient to maintain a steady weight in the recommended range to
decrease risk of which common endocrine disease observed in older adults?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Diabetes mellitus
What is the activity that best promotes health maintenance for the typical older adult?
ch. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>One 30-minute walk, 3 to 5 times a week
The nurse recognizes that regular dental visits are:
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ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Recommended on a yearly basis for all older adults, even those with
dentures.
An older adult does not follow through with health recommendations from the primary health
care provider. The older adult does not take prescribed medications or keep medical
appointments. Which patient problem should the LPN/LVN anticipate seeing on the care plan?
ch. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Nonadherence with the treatment plan
Which immunizations should older adults receive on a yearly basis? (Select all that apply.) ch.
4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Influenza vaccine
When attempting to help an older adult improve his or her health maintenance practices, the
nurse will need to assess which factors? (Select all that apply.)
ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Cultural beliefs
Socioeconomic status
Religious beliefs
Educational level
Your patient tells you she understands that she is at greater risk of certain diseases because of
her Hispanic American heritage. Based on what you have learned, which disorder(s) might she
be at greater risk for? (Select all that apply.) ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Obesity
Stomach cancer
Diabetes mellitus
Cervical cancer
Which interventions would be appropriate when teaching a patient with presbycusis? (Select all
that apply.) ch. 5 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Use visual cues or written materials.
Repeat information.
Face the patient when talking.
Speak without food or drink in your mouth.
The nurse is caring for an older adult in a rehabilitation unit. Which actions by the nurse are
most likely to enhance communication with the patient? (Select all that apply.) ch. 5 -
CORRECT ANSWER>>Identify yourself; remind the person who you are.
Use pictures and gestures in addition to words.
Be patient, and avoid interrupting.
A nurse is caring for an older adult who is upset about having to move into a skilled nursing
facility. Which communication technique used by the nurse is most effective at establishing an
empathetic climate?
ch. 5 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Open-ended responses
HESI GERIATRICS EXAM TEST BANK 300
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025 BRAND NEW!!
Your older female patient is complaining because she is having frequent UTIs. Which normal
age-related change is most likely to be a contributing factor? ch. 3 - CORRECT
ANSWER>>Decreased bladder muscle tone
Which are normal age-related changes? (Select all that apply.) ch.
3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>1 Decreased visual acuity
4 Increased gastric pH
8 Decreased serum albumin
10 Decreased rate of peristalsis
What are patients who have had Parkinson disease for 10 years likely to exhibit? (Select all that
apply.)
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>1 Rigidity and tremors when at rest
3 Dementia
An older adult is coming to your clinic for treatment for a gastric ulcer. Which treatment would
the nurse expect to be ordered?
ch.3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Antibiotics
What should the nurse explain when discussing expected changes in the female reproductive
system to an older adult?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Production of vaginal secretions decreases
The nurse performs a skin assessment of an older adult. Which finding is abnormal and needs to
be reported?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>A dark, elevated patch that bleeds when touched
The nurse encourages the patient to maintain a steady weight in the recommended range to
decrease risk of which common endocrine disease observed in older adults?
ch. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Diabetes mellitus
What is the activity that best promotes health maintenance for the typical older adult?
ch. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>One 30-minute walk, 3 to 5 times a week
The nurse recognizes that regular dental visits are:
, 2
ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Recommended on a yearly basis for all older adults, even those with
dentures.
An older adult does not follow through with health recommendations from the primary health
care provider. The older adult does not take prescribed medications or keep medical
appointments. Which patient problem should the LPN/LVN anticipate seeing on the care plan?
ch. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Nonadherence with the treatment plan
Which immunizations should older adults receive on a yearly basis? (Select all that apply.) ch.
4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Influenza vaccine
When attempting to help an older adult improve his or her health maintenance practices, the
nurse will need to assess which factors? (Select all that apply.)
ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Cultural beliefs
Socioeconomic status
Religious beliefs
Educational level
Your patient tells you she understands that she is at greater risk of certain diseases because of
her Hispanic American heritage. Based on what you have learned, which disorder(s) might she
be at greater risk for? (Select all that apply.) ch.4 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Obesity
Stomach cancer
Diabetes mellitus
Cervical cancer
Which interventions would be appropriate when teaching a patient with presbycusis? (Select all
that apply.) ch. 5 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Use visual cues or written materials.
Repeat information.
Face the patient when talking.
Speak without food or drink in your mouth.
The nurse is caring for an older adult in a rehabilitation unit. Which actions by the nurse are
most likely to enhance communication with the patient? (Select all that apply.) ch. 5 -
CORRECT ANSWER>>Identify yourself; remind the person who you are.
Use pictures and gestures in addition to words.
Be patient, and avoid interrupting.
A nurse is caring for an older adult who is upset about having to move into a skilled nursing
facility. Which communication technique used by the nurse is most effective at establishing an
empathetic climate?
ch. 5 - CORRECT ANSWER>>Open-ended responses
