Theories of Aging - Chapter 3 Theories of
Aging.
1. The theory of aging that says that personality and coping patterns remain consistent through life is:
a) continuity
b) gerotranscendence
c) human needs
d) life course - A
2. Erikson's stages of personality development for a person that is 76 years old would be:
a) autonomy versus shame
b) integrity versus despair
c) generativity versus isolation
d) trust versus mistrust - B
3.A biological theory of aging that is based on random events that cause cellular damage versus
genetically programmed events is called:
a) nonstochastic
b) Orgel/error
c) selective optimization
d) stochastic - B
4.A scientist who believes that people have a genetic programming that determines or predicts
longevity is a supporter of which theory?
a) age stratification
b) cross-link
c) free radical
d) gene/biological - D
,5.When a Native American Indian elder goes out into the woods to die and the tribe does not search for
him, but allows him to withdraw, this could be an example of:
a) activity theory
b) disengagement theory
c) subculture
d) person-environment fit - B
6.A 99 year old widow who has lived alone in her own home for 40 years experiences a fall and is sent by
her children and grandchildren to a nursing home. The woman refuses to eat and exhibits signs and
symptoms of depression and withdrawal. Which theory does this most describe?
a) functional consequences
b) theory of thriving
c) neuroedncorine
d) immunological - B
7.The physician tells his 81 year old male patient that his health has deteriorated due to the exogenous
sources of free radicals to which he has exposed himself for many years. To what is the physician most
likely referring?
a) the ozone layer
b) the patient's cigarette smoking
c) the patient's alcohol consumption
d) radiation from the patient's microwave - B
personality and coping patterns remain
consistent through life - continuity theory
based on random events that cause
cellular damage - stochastic theories
,problems with gland feedback leads to - neuroendocrine theory
remaining active and involved promotes
life satisfaction in later year - activity theory
transformation towards oneness with the
universe - gerotranscendence theory
genetically programmed events cause
cellular damage that lead to aging - nonstochastic theories
failure to thrive is from discord in
relationships - theory of thriving
five basic needs that motivate behavior - human needs theory
nurse's role is risk reduction to enhance
safety - functional consequences theory
cells wear out with age - wear and tear theory
A negative attitude towards aging and the aged is called:
a) geriatrics
b) racism
c) ageism
d) ethnocentrism - C
Which of the following is not considered a core competency for nurses caring for older adults?
a) Analyze the impact of an aging society on the health care system
, b) Obtain certification in gerontological nursing
c) Prevent or reduce common risk factors that contribute to functional decline
d) Recognize one's own attitudes about aging - B
The nurse wishes to obtain basic certification in the specialty of gerontological nursing. Which of the
following is true about this credential?
a) there is an experience requirement
b) one must pass an exam
c) one must have a BSN
d) a and b only - D
When the nurse reads an article and uses the findings of a study to improve the quality of the patients
for whom she cares, she is implementing the role of:
a) teacher
b) manager
c) research consumer
d) advocate - C
A lawyer wishes to hire a nurse consultant who has advanced education and certification in gerontology.
Based on their listed credentials, which of the following nurses best fits his wishes?
a) Sally Smith, RN, BSN, BC
b) Mary Malloy, RN, MS, GNP
c) Andy Jones, LPN, CRRC
d) Greg Reed, RN, MSN - B
6. The AACN/John A. Hartford Foundation Competencies are helpful to nurses because they:
a) offer suggestions about how to gain employment in geriatrics
b) provide a guideline for the knowledge that is expected to provide quality care to older adults
c) were designed to prepare nurses to pass the State Board Exam
d) were written for nurses working on a graduate degree in gerontology - B
Aging.
1. The theory of aging that says that personality and coping patterns remain consistent through life is:
a) continuity
b) gerotranscendence
c) human needs
d) life course - A
2. Erikson's stages of personality development for a person that is 76 years old would be:
a) autonomy versus shame
b) integrity versus despair
c) generativity versus isolation
d) trust versus mistrust - B
3.A biological theory of aging that is based on random events that cause cellular damage versus
genetically programmed events is called:
a) nonstochastic
b) Orgel/error
c) selective optimization
d) stochastic - B
4.A scientist who believes that people have a genetic programming that determines or predicts
longevity is a supporter of which theory?
a) age stratification
b) cross-link
c) free radical
d) gene/biological - D
,5.When a Native American Indian elder goes out into the woods to die and the tribe does not search for
him, but allows him to withdraw, this could be an example of:
a) activity theory
b) disengagement theory
c) subculture
d) person-environment fit - B
6.A 99 year old widow who has lived alone in her own home for 40 years experiences a fall and is sent by
her children and grandchildren to a nursing home. The woman refuses to eat and exhibits signs and
symptoms of depression and withdrawal. Which theory does this most describe?
a) functional consequences
b) theory of thriving
c) neuroedncorine
d) immunological - B
7.The physician tells his 81 year old male patient that his health has deteriorated due to the exogenous
sources of free radicals to which he has exposed himself for many years. To what is the physician most
likely referring?
a) the ozone layer
b) the patient's cigarette smoking
c) the patient's alcohol consumption
d) radiation from the patient's microwave - B
personality and coping patterns remain
consistent through life - continuity theory
based on random events that cause
cellular damage - stochastic theories
,problems with gland feedback leads to - neuroendocrine theory
remaining active and involved promotes
life satisfaction in later year - activity theory
transformation towards oneness with the
universe - gerotranscendence theory
genetically programmed events cause
cellular damage that lead to aging - nonstochastic theories
failure to thrive is from discord in
relationships - theory of thriving
five basic needs that motivate behavior - human needs theory
nurse's role is risk reduction to enhance
safety - functional consequences theory
cells wear out with age - wear and tear theory
A negative attitude towards aging and the aged is called:
a) geriatrics
b) racism
c) ageism
d) ethnocentrism - C
Which of the following is not considered a core competency for nurses caring for older adults?
a) Analyze the impact of an aging society on the health care system
, b) Obtain certification in gerontological nursing
c) Prevent or reduce common risk factors that contribute to functional decline
d) Recognize one's own attitudes about aging - B
The nurse wishes to obtain basic certification in the specialty of gerontological nursing. Which of the
following is true about this credential?
a) there is an experience requirement
b) one must pass an exam
c) one must have a BSN
d) a and b only - D
When the nurse reads an article and uses the findings of a study to improve the quality of the patients
for whom she cares, she is implementing the role of:
a) teacher
b) manager
c) research consumer
d) advocate - C
A lawyer wishes to hire a nurse consultant who has advanced education and certification in gerontology.
Based on their listed credentials, which of the following nurses best fits his wishes?
a) Sally Smith, RN, BSN, BC
b) Mary Malloy, RN, MS, GNP
c) Andy Jones, LPN, CRRC
d) Greg Reed, RN, MSN - B
6. The AACN/John A. Hartford Foundation Competencies are helpful to nurses because they:
a) offer suggestions about how to gain employment in geriatrics
b) provide a guideline for the knowledge that is expected to provide quality care to older adults
c) were designed to prepare nurses to pass the State Board Exam
d) were written for nurses working on a graduate degree in gerontology - B
