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NURS MISC PrepU Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging Question 1 See full question 1m 53sF A nurse is providing care to a group of older adults who attend activities at the local senior center. When interacting with the group, the nurse notes that more of the women than men live alone. Which phenomena would the nurse most likely attribute to this situation? You Selected: ● Women tend to live longer than men and marry men older than themselves. Correct response: ● Women tend to live longer than men and marry men older than themselves. Question 2 See full question 2m 40s A nursing care aide employed on a medical unit of a hospital expresses frustration that “old people get sick so much more often than young people.” Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? You Selected: ● "Actually, older adults experience fewer acute illnesses than younger people, it's just that they tend to take longer to recover from them." Correct response: ● "Actually, older adults experience fewer acute illnesses than younger people, it's just that they tend to take longer to recover from them." Add a Note Question 3 See full question 53s A magazine geared toward older adult women contains an advertisement for an anti- wrinkle cream purported to remove wrinkles caused by the drying effects of years of soap use. A client asks the nurse, “Do you think this will work?” The nurse responds to the client, explaining that the wrinkling of facial skin in old age results primarily from which event? You Selected: ● Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light Correct response: ● Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light Add a Note Question 4 See full question 26s A nurse is employed in an assisted living facility. An older female resident of the facility has expressed a fear that her decreased mobility will make her increasingly dependent on her daughter. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate to address the resident's concerns? You Selected: ● "Many older adults have similar concerns. We can work together to keep you independent for as long as possible." Correct response: ● "Many older adults have similar concerns. We can work together to keep you independent for as long as possible." Add a Note Question 5 See full question 37s A nurse at a long-term care facility is providing orientation to a group of newly hired nurses. During the orientation, the nurse determines that the group has a clear understanding about the older adult population based on which statement? You Selected: ● "Older adults are still interested in sex." Correct response: ● "Older adults are still interested in sex." Add a Note Question 6 See full question 15s A 67-year-old male client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. When obtaining the client’s history, a report of which finding would the nurse most likely identify as a common age-related issue? You Selected: ● Frequent urination Correct response: ● Frequent urination Add a Note Question 7 See full question 55s The nurse recognizes that which statement is true about older adults? You Selected: ● Perceived age is a poor indicator of individual health status. Correct response: ● age describes physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging. Add a Note Question 8 See full question 34s When reviewing the demographic data in a new 74-year-old female client's chart, what finding is most likely? You Selected:en reviewing theories of aging, the nurse should recognize which accurate explanation? ● Widowed for 3 years Correct response: ● Widowed for 3 years Question 9 See full question 16s When obtaining the health history from an 80-year-old female, the nurse discovers that the client has been exposed repeatedly to ultraviolet light in her younger years. Which assessment finding would be most likely attributable to this risk factor? You Selected: ● Mole changes Correct response: ● Mole changes Add a Note Question 10 See full question 1m 26s An 80-year-old male whose wife passed away two years ago has a busy schedule that includes golfing, bowling, dining out, and singing in the church choir. What is the nurse's best interpretation of this client's lifestyle? You Selected: ● The client is exhibiting survivor competencies of aging Correct response: ● The client is exhibiting survivor competencies of aging Add a Note Question 11 See full question 37s The experienced gerontological nurse should provide further teaching when a new nurse makes which statement? You Selected: ● Most baby boomers did not have children and do not have much support. Correct response: ● Most baby boomers did not have children and do not have much support. Explanation: Add a Note Question 12 See full question 57s How can the gerontologic nurse best advocate for older adult benefits? You Selected: ● Suggest spending limits appropriated for older adult care. Correct response: ● Endorse cost-containment efforts that maximize welfare of older adults. Add a Note Question 13 See full question 28s What factor should the nurse consider when planning care for older minority clients? You Selected: ● These clients may have lower-than-average levels of health and function. Correct response: ● These clients may have lower-than-average levels of health and function. Explanation: Add a Note Question 14 See full question 1m 13s An older client's daughter is concerned because her father has disengaged from the mainstream of society. What is the nurse's best response? You Selected: ● What factors have caused you to be concerned? Correct response: ● What factors have caused you to be concerned? Add a Note Question 15 See full question 22s A nurse in the break room is overheard saying, "It's important to confirm the truth of what older people say because most of them have dementia." What is the gerontological nurse's interpretation of this statement? You Selected: ● This is an example of ageism. Correct response: ● This is an example of ageism. Explanation: Reference: Add a Note Question 16 See full question 49s An older client requiring total knee replacement surgery responds that it was “just a matter of time” since most body parts “wear out” when growing old. Which theory of aging does the nurse realize this client is describing? You Selected: ● Biogerontology Correct response: ● Wear and tear Explanation: Add a Note Question 17 See full question 52s The family believes that an older client should move to an assisted living facility that promotes the activity theory of aging. What should the client expect if relocating to this facility? You Selected: ● Weekly trips to the local shopping mall Correct response: ● Weekly trips to the local shopping mall Explanation: Add a Note Question 18 See full question 44s The nurse is concerned that unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) engage in ageism. What did the nurse observe to come to this conclusion? You Selected: ● Asked how long the older client has been confused Correct response: ● Asked how long the older client has been confused Add a Note Question 19 See full question 1m 30s The nurse is providing education to an older adult client who is moving into an assisted living facility. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Correct response: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Add a Note Question 20 See full question 1m The nurse is implementing a care plan for the older adult client in order to improve the client's wellness. Which actions will the nurse take to implement this care plan? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● Assess the client from the whole person perspective ● Address client's preconceptions about the aging process ● Modify educational materials based on limited readiness for learning Correct response: ● Identify the nurse's own attitudes toward aging ● Address client's preconceptions about the aging process ● Assess the client from the whole person perspective A public health nurse who directs a homecare program that serves an area with a large population of older adults is conducting a long-term strategic plan. Which phenomenon would be the most important for the nurse to integrate when planning for the future? You Selected: ● Both life expectancy and the percentage of people over 65 in the population will increase in coming decades. Correct response: ● Both life expectancy and the percentage of people over 65 in the population will increase in coming decades. Add a Note Question 2 See full question 55s A gerontological nurse is participating in a local job fair. When discussing the increasing importance of gerontological nursing when looking toward the future, one of the attendees asks, “But why will its importance increase?” The nurse would incorporate understanding about which trend when responding? You Selected: ● More people are spending a longer time span in old age Correct response: ● More people are spending a longer time span in old age Add a Note Question 3 See full question 20s A nurse notes that a 90-year-old male client on a hospital medical unit with a high population of older adults has been talking about death frequently. Given that the nurse has good rapport with the client, which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? You Selected: ● "I've noticed you've brought up the issue of dying a lot. How do you feel about that?" Correct response: ● "I've noticed you've brought up the issue of dying a lot. How do you feel about that?" Add a Note Question 4 See full question 1m 4s A nurse manager at a long-term care facility is engaged in efforts to change many staff members' inaccurate and negative views of older adults. When talking with the staff, which statement indicates the need for the nurse manager to intervene? You Selected: ● "It's normal to expect a gradual loss of memory and intelligence with age." Correct response: ● "It's normal to expect a gradual loss of memory and intelligence with age." Add a Note Question 5 See full question 58s The nurse knows that which statement is accurate about the subsets of the older adult population today? You Selected: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Correct response: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 6 See full question 31s When reviewing theories of aging, the nurse should recognize which accurate explanation? You Selected: ● No single known factor causes or prevents the aging process. Correct response: ● No single known factor causes or prevents the aging process. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 4: Theoretical Perspectives on Aging Well, p. 51. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 51 Add a Note Question 7 See full question 4m 7s An older, widowed male spends most of his time at home alone, reflecting on his past. He has resigned from his community positions. What aging theory does this client's behavior represent? You Selected: ● Disengagment Correct response: ● Disengagment Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 4: Theoretical Perspectives of Aging Well., p. 53. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 53 Add a Note Question 8 See full question 43s The nurse learns that within the last 6 months an older client has experienced pneumonia, a skin infection, and a urinary tract infection. Which theory of aging might help explain why this client is experiencing an increase in infections? You Selected: ● Autoimmune reaction Correct response: ● Autoimmune reaction Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 4: Theoretical Perspectives on Aging Well, p. 51. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 51 Add a Note Question 9 See full question 49s The nurse is caring for an older adult client and the client's family. Which actions will the nurse take to help this client achieve high-level wellness? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● Focusing on interventions that treat and control the client's illness ● Assisting each family member with their roles in the client's care ● Identifying ways to maximize the client's functioning Correct response: ● Identifying ways to maximize the client's functioning ● Assisting each family member with their roles in the client's care ● Maintaining a continuum of balance and purpose in the client's care plan Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 3. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 3 Add a Note Question 10 See full question 41s The nurse is discussing the care plan of an older adult client with the client's family member. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Correct response: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Question 1 See full question 50s A nursing assistant at a long-term care facility has assured the family of a resident that their father's increasing forgetfulness is a normal part of the aging process. How can the nurse best respond to the nursing assistant’s statement to the family? You Selected: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Correct response: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 8. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 8 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 1m 3s The majority of older Americans are living in which setting? You Selected: ● Personal residence Correct response: ● Personal residence Explanation: Reference: Add a Note Question 3 See full question 26s An older male client states he is satisfied with his life accomplishments. According to Erikson's theory, what developmental task has this client achieved? You Selected: ● Integrity Correct response: ● Integrity Add a Note Question 4 See full question 1m 26s The nurse is assessing an older adult client's understanding of the client's overall wellness. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My thinking may decline in some ways over time, but it may improve in other ways." Correct response: ● "My spiritual and personal growth is complete now that I'm advanced in years." Question 5 See full question 54s While the nurse is performing an assessment on an older adult client, the client states, "I suppose when I get very old I won't be able to be sexually active anymore." How will the nurse respond? You Selected: ● "It is normal to have these concerns about sexual activity and aging." Correct response: ● "There is no reason a healthy older adult cannot be sexually active." Question 1 See full question 7s A 67-year-old male client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. When obtaining the client’s history, a report of which finding would the nurse most likely identify as a common age-related issue? You Selected: ● Frequent urination Correct response: ● Frequent urination Add a Note Question 2 See full question 17s The nurse recognizes that which statement is true about older adults? You Selected: ● age describes physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging. Correct response: ● age describes physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging. A grandmother from the baby boomer generation is planning to retire soon and expresses to a nurse concern over taking care of her grandchildren. Her daughter has assumed she would be saving in daycare costs because her mother is retiring and can take care of the children. What discussion topic should the nurse prioritize with the grandmother? You Selected: ● The possibility of relocating to assisted living Correct response: ● The grandmother's desire to keep working part-time An 80-year-old male whose wife passed away two years ago has a busy schedule that includes golfing, bowling, dining out, and singing in the church choir. What is the nurse's best interpretation of this client's lifestyle? You Selected: ● The client is exhibiting survivor competencies of aging Correct response: ● The client is exhibiting survivor competencies of aging Add a Note Question 5 See full question 17s What is the priority safety recommendation the nurse should make for the older adult in regards to changes in the respiratory system? You Selected: ● Humidification while sleeping Correct response: ● Pneumococcoal vaccination Question 6 See full question 1m 21s The nurse is caring for an older adult client. Which actions will the nurse take to promote wellness for this client? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● Assessing the client from a whole-person perspective ● Recognizing the potential for improved physical, psychological, and spiritual health ● Identifying and challenging ageist attitudes ● Teaching about self-care behaviors to improve health and functioning Correct response: ● Identifying and challenging ageist attitudes ● Assessing the client from a whole-person perspective ● Recognizing the potential for improved physical, psychological, and spiritual health ● Teaching about self-care behaviors to improve health and functioning Question 7 See full question 25s The nurse is providing education to an older adult client who is moving into an assisted living facility. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Correct response: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Explanation: Reference: Question 8 See full question 34s The nurse is assessing a client's readiness to implement a care plan to achieve high- level wellness. Which statements by the client indicates readiness to proceed with the plan of care? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● "I would like to review my medications and make sure that I understand how to take them." ● "I have concerns about symptoms that could be related to my chronic health conditions." ● "I understand how important connections with loved ones are at this time in my life." Correct response: ● "I have identified ways that I can achieve my personal goals." ● "I understand how important connections with loved ones are at this time in my life." ● "I see a lot of projects in the community that could benefit from my help." Add a Note Question 9 See full question 20s The community health nurse is teaching a class about the older adult population in the United States. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "In recent decades, the overall poverty rate for older adults has been increasing." Correct response: ● "The older adult population is overall becoming an increasingly diverse group." Add a Note Question 15 See full question 20s An older adult whose adult children have recently moved out of state appears depressed with a flat affect. What is the nurse's best response? You Selected: ● It's very normal to experience a sense of loss right now. Correct response: ● It's very normal to experience a sense of loss right now. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 4: Theoretical Perspectives on Aging Well, p. 54. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 54 Question 10 See full question 44s The nurse is assessing an older adult client's readiness of learning how to use a new medication. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "Just tell me how to use this medication." Correct response: ● "After a certain age, I may not be able to manage things like this." Add a Note Question 3 See full question 4m 41s A nurse takes ample time to explain all medical options to older adult clients to ensure they have the information they need to make informed decisions about their care. The nurse implements these actions based on which concept? You Selected: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Correct response: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Add a Note Question 4 See full question 1m 12s A gerontological nurse is teaching a nursing student about publicly supported programs that benefit older Americans. The nurse knows that the teaching has been effective if the student makes which statement? You Selected: ● "Nursing home reform was implemented through the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act." Correct response: ● "Nursing home reform was implemented through the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act." Add a Note Question 7 See full question 16s A nurse in the break room is overheard saying, "It's important to confirm the truth of what older people say because most of them have dementia." What is the gerontological nurse's interpretation of this statement? You Selected: ● This is an example of ageism. Correct response: ● This is an example of ageism. Question 9 See full question 1m 4s The nurse is performing a wellness assessment on an older adult client. Which statement by the client is indicative of the client's subjective age? You Selected: ● "I feel like my 50th birthday was just yesterday." Correct response: ● "I feel like my 50th birthday was just yesterday." Question 10 See full question 54s While the nurse is providing education to an older adult client and the client's family, the client and family make several statements consistent with ageist misconceptions about the client's condition. What is the nurse's first response? You Selected: ● The nurse will recognize his or her own attitudes toward the client. Correct response: ● The nurse will recognize his or her own attitudes toward the client. Question 4 See full question 55s The nurse is teaching a community health class about the development of the family caregiver's role over time. Which statement will the nurse include in the education? You Selected: ● "Family caregivers fulfill a similar and consistent role within different families." Correct response: ● "Family caregivers have increasingly become present within blended families." The community health nurse is teaching a class on the subject of aging. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Age stereotypes exist across all cultures, and have changed over time." Correct response: ● "Age stereotypes exist across all cultures, and have changed over time. Add a Note Question 5 See full question 24s The nurse is performing a wellness assessment on an older adult client. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My previous attempts to become a healthier person have not worked out." Correct response: ● "My previous attempts to become a healthier person have not worked out." Question 2 See full question 25s A state health investigator surveyed the residents of a retirement housing complex to determine how their financial resources affected their lives and influenced their choices. Which finding would the investigator most likely note as reflecting this population? You Selected: ● Most older people depend on their life savings through their retirement years Correct response: ● More than half of all seniors retire with only Social Security benefits Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 1m 9s The nurse is teaching a community health class on the topic of ageism. What statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Most older adults live independently and have high levels of self-reported health." Correct response: ● "Most older adults live independently and have high levels of self-reported health." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 58s The nurse is performing an assesment on an older adult client. Which assessment findings reveal the client's functional age? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● The client goes on short, daily walks. ● The client volunteers weekly in the community. ● The client is able to continue with leisure activities like hiking. ● The client independently manages financial affairs. Correct response: ● The client is able to continue with leisure activities like hiking. ● The client goes on short, daily walks. ● The client independently manages financial affairs. ● The client volunteers weekly in the community. Question 1 See full question 1m A nursing care aide employed on a medical unit of a hospital expresses frustration that “old people get sick so much more often than young people.” Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? You Selected: ● "Actually, older adults experience fewer acute illnesses than younger people, it's just that they tend to take longer to recover from them." Correct response: ● "Actually, older adults experience fewer acute illnesses than younger people, it's just that they tend to take longer to recover from them." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 17. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 17 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 3m 35s The nurse manager of a long-term care facility is developing programs for the residents, integrating the concepts of the activity theory of aging. When explaining these programs to the staff, which statement would be most appropriate? You Selected: ● "It's hard to overestimate the importance of regular, physical exercise in maintaining health and healthy aging." Correct response: ● "We have to treat our residents like younger people and keep them engaged in meaningful acts." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 7. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 7 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 29s A nurse manager at a long-term care facility is engaged in efforts to change many staff members' inaccurate and negative views of older adults. When talking with the staff, which statement indicates the need for the nurse manager to intervene? You Selected: ● "It's normal to expect a gradual loss of memory and intelligence with age." Correct response: ● "It's normal to expect a gradual loss of memory and intelligence with age." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 8. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 8 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 26s A nurse at a long-term care facility is providing orientation to a group of newly hired nurses. During the orientation, the nurse determines that the group has a clear understanding about the older adult population based on which statement? You Selected: ● "Older adults are still interested in sex." Correct response: ● "Older adults are still interested in sex." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 28s A nursing assistant at a long-term care facility has assured the family of a resident that their father's increasing forgetfulness is a normal part of the aging process. How can the nurse best respond to the nursing assistant’s statement to the family? You Selected: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Correct response: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 8. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 8 Add a Note Question 6 See full question 31s The nurse recognizes that which statement is true about older adults? You Selected: ● age describes physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging. Correct response: ● age describes physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 7 See full question 29s What is the priority safety recommendation the nurse should make for the older adult in regards to changes in the respiratory system? You Selected: ● Pneumococcoal vaccination Correct response: ● Pneumococcoal vaccination Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 3: Applying a Nursing Model for Promoting Wellness in Older Adults, p. 61. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 61 Add a Note Question 8 See full question 26s What factor should the nurse consider when planning care for older minority clients? You Selected: ● These clients may have lower-than-average levels of health and function. Correct response: ● These clients may have lower-than-average levels of health and function. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 12. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 12 Add a Note Question 9 See full question 31s While the nurse is taking the medical history of an older adult client, the client states, "Once you get old like me, you just get more and more medical problems." What is the nurse's best response? You Selected: ● "While this may be true for you, this is a common ageist misconception." Correct response: ● "There are several health conditions that are a concern for you." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Older Adults and Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 10 See full question 21s While the nurse is performing an assessment on an older adult client, the client states, "I suppose when I get very old I won't be able to be sexually active anymore." How will the nurse respond? You Selected: ● "There is no reason a healthy older adult cannot be sexually active." Correct response: ● "There is no reason a healthy older adult cannot be sexually active." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Older Adults and Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Question 1 See full question 12s An older male client states he is satisfied with his life accomplishments. According to Erikson's theory, what developmental task has this client achieved? You Selected: ● Integrity Correct response: ● Integrity Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 4: Theoretical Perspectives on Aging Well, p. 55. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 55 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 27s The nurse prepares an educational seminar on aging for a group of college students. Which information should the nurse include that explains the categorization of older adults? You Selected: ● An oldest-old person is over age 85 Correct response: ● An oldest-old person is over age 85 Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4 & 11. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 & 11 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 20s The nurse is teaching a community health class on the topic of ageism. What statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Most older adults live independently and have high levels of self-reported health." Correct response: ● "Most older adults live independently and have high levels of self-reported health." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 31s The community health nurse is teaching a class about the older adult population in the United States. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "The older adult population is overall becoming an increasingly diverse group." Correct response: ● "The older adult population is overall becoming an increasingly diverse group." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 11. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 11 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 44s The nurse is assessing an older adult client's readiness of learning how to use a new medication. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "After a certain age, I may not be able to manage things like this." Correct response: ● "After a certain age, I may not be able to manage things like this." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Question 1 See full question 32s A 67-year-old male client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. When obtaining the client’s history, a report of which finding would the nurse most likely identify as a common age-related issue? You Selected: ● Frequent urination Correct response: ● Frequent urination Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 41s The nurse knows that which statement is accurate about the subsets of the older adult population today? You Selected: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Correct response: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 57s A grandmother from the baby boomer generation is planning to retire soon and expresses to a nurse concern over taking care of her grandchildren. Her daughter has assumed she would be saving in daycare costs because her mother is retiring and can take care of the children. What discussion topic should the nurse prioritize with the grandmother? You Selected: ● The grandmother's desire to keep working part-time Correct response: ● The grandmother's desire to keep working part-time Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 17. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 17 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 15s The majority of older Americans are living in which setting? You Selected: ● Personal residence Correct response: ● Personal residence Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 13. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 13 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 22s The nurse is discussing the care plan of an older adult client with the client's family member. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Correct response: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Question 1 See full question 32s A 67-year-old male client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. When obtaining the client’s history, a report of which finding would the nurse most likely identify as a common age-related issue? You Selected: ● Frequent urination Correct response: ● Frequent urination Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 41s The nurse knows that which statement is accurate about the subsets of the older adult population today? You Selected: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Correct response: ● The healthcare challenges of the young-old and old-old groups can vary greatly. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 57s A grandmother from the baby boomer generation is planning to retire soon and expresses to a nurse concern over taking care of her grandchildren. Her daughter has assumed she would be saving in daycare costs because her mother is retiring and can take care of the children. What discussion topic should the nurse prioritize with the grandmother? You Selected: ● The grandmother's desire to keep working part-time Correct response: ● The grandmother's desire to keep working part-time Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 17. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 17 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 15s The majority of older Americans are living in which setting? You Selected: ● Personal residence Correct response: ● Personal residence Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 13. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 13 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 22s The nurse is discussing the care plan of an older adult client with the client's family member. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Correct response: ● "My loved one wants to withdraw from life and should be allowed to do so." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Question 1 See full question 2m 40s A nurse is reading a journal article about population growth trends and life expectancy in older adults. The nurse notes that from the late 1980s to the present, the gap in life expectancy between individuals in the white and black populations has widened. Which factor would the nurse most likely identify as most clearly accounting for this trend? You Selected: ● Infant mortality in the white population has declined Correct response: ● The life expectancy of black Americans has declined in comparison Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 14. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 14 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 17s The community health nurse is teaching a class on the subject of aging. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Age stereotypes exist across all cultures, and have changed over time." Correct response: ● "Age stereotypes exist across all cultures, and have changed over time." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 6. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 6 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 32s The nurse is assessing an older adult client's understanding of the client's overall wellness. Which statement by the client requires further follow up by the nurse? You Selected: ● "My spiritual and personal growth is complete now that I'm advanced in years." Correct response: ● "My spiritual and personal growth is complete now that I'm advanced in years." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 11s The nurse is providing education to an older adult client who is moving into an assisted living facility. Which statement will the nurse include in the teaching? You Selected: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Correct response: ● "Your assisted living facility will likely be able to support needs for skilled nursing, if you require it." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 14. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 14 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 1m While the nurse is caring for an older adult client, the client asks, "What is the anti-aging movement?" How will the nurse respond? You Selected: ● "This movement is founded on prejudices and stereotypes applied to older adults on the basis of age." Correct response: ● "This movement is based on the belief that aging can be reversed to increase a person's lifespan." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 9. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 9 Add a Note Question 1 See full question 1m 5s A nurse takes ample time to explain all medical options to older adult clients to ensure they have the information they need to make informed decisions about their care. The nurse implements these actions based on which concept? You Selected: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Correct response: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 5. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 5 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 32s A nurse is teaching a group of older adults about changes in the body that occur with aging. After teaching the group about the decline in body efficiency, the nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the group identifies which response as typically indicating the decline? You Selected: ● A neglect of personal appearance and other hygiene practices Correct response: ● An attempt to push the body to perform physically at the same level as in the past Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, pp. 7-8. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 7-8 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 32s A gerontological nurse is teaching a nursing student about publicly supported programs that benefit older Americans. The nurse knows that the teaching has been effective if the student makes which statement? You Selected: ● "Nursing home reform was implemented through the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act." Correct response: ● "Nursing home reform was implemented through the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 17s The nurse is caring for an older adult client. Which actions will the nurse take to promote wellness for this client? Select all that apply. You Selected: ● Identifying and challenging ageist attitudes ● Teaching about self-care behaviors to improve health and functioning ● Assessing the client from a whole-person perspective ● Recognizing the potential for improved physical, psychological, and spiritual health Correct response: ● Identifying and challenging ageist attitudes ● Assessing the client from a whole-person perspective ● Recognizing the potential for improved physical, psychological, and spiritual health ● Teaching about self-care behaviors to improve health and functioning Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 3. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 3 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 14s While the nurse is performing an assessment on an older adult client, the client states, "I suppose when I get very old I won't be able to be sexually active anymore." How will the nurse respond? You Selected: ● "There is no reason a healthy older adult cannot be sexually active." Correct response: ● "There is no reason a healthy older adult cannot be sexually active." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Older Adults and Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 1 See full question 13s A nurse is providing care to a group of older adults who attend activities at the local senior center. When interacting with the group, the nurse notes that more of the women than men live alone. Which phenomena would the nurse most likely attribute to this situation? You Selected: ● Women tend to live longer than men and marry men older than themselves. Correct response: ● Women tend to live longer than men and marry men older than themselves. Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, pp. 12-13. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 12-13 Add a Note Question 2 See full question 33s A magazine geared toward older adult women contains an advertisement for an anti- wrinkle cream purported to remove wrinkles caused by the drying effects of years of soap use. A client asks the nurse, “Do you think this will work?” The nurse responds to the client, explaining that the wrinkling of facial skin in old age results primarily from which event? You Selected: ● Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light Correct response: ● Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 10. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 10 Add a Note Question 3 See full question 38s A state health investigator surveyed the residents of a retirement housing complex to determine how their financial resources affected their lives and influenced their choices. Which finding would the investigator most likely note as reflecting this population? You Selected: ● More than half of all seniors retire with only Social Security benefits Correct response: ● More than half of all seniors retire with only Social Security benefits Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Add a Note Question 4 See full question 55s A nursing assistant at a long-term care facility has assured the family of a resident that their father's increasing forgetfulness is a normal part of the aging process. How can the nurse best respond to the nursing assistant’s statement to the family? You Selected: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Correct response: ● "Older adults have less working memory and slower retrieval, but this still requires further assessment." Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 8. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 8 Add a Note Question 5 See full question 37s The nurse is performing an assessment on an older adult client. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates assessing the client with a whole-person perspective? You Selected: ● "What aspects of life have been affected by your illnesses?" Correct response: ● "What goals do you have for improving your quality of life?" Explanation: Reference: ● Miller, C. A., Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 8th ed., Philadelphia, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging, Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness, p. 4. Foundations of Gerontology and Theories of Aging - Page 4 Question 7 See full question 16s An 85-year-old male states he is anxious to get back on the golf course once the weather permits. What is the nurse’s best response? You Selected: ● "Where is your favorite golf course?" Correct response: ● "Where is your favorite golf course?" Question 8 See full question 20s Which statement made by a gerontological nurse to a new graduate nurse is most accurate? You Selected: ● The healthcare system is currently greatly impacted by the aging of baby boomers. Correct response: ● The healthcare system is currently greatly impacted by the aging of baby boomers. Question 9 See full question 18s A recently retired 65-year-old voices concern about her financial well-being. The nurse should tell her she will be receiving which benefit check? You Selected: ● Social Security Correct response: ● Social Security Question 10 See full question 32s When orienting a new nurse to the gerontological unit, the charge nurse should include which information? (Select all that apply.) You Selected: ● Older clients demonstrate a variety of personality traits. ● Many of these clients are satisfied with their lives. Correct response: ● Older clients demonstrate a variety of personality traits. ● Many of these clients are satisfied with their lives. Question 8 See full question 1m 40s An 68-year-old female tells the nurse she has found a topical product that claims to stop the aging process and eliminate the appearance of wrinkles. What is the nurse’s best response? You Selected: ● Help the client critically evaluate the product's claims. Correct response: ● Help the client critically evaluate the product's claims. Question 1 See full question 1m 23s A nurse who works on a subacute medical unit of a hospital has noticed that the population of older adults being admitted to the unit has been increasing over the past few years. The nurse engages a colleague in a discussion about this finding. Which statement by the colleague would be most reflective of current thinking about older adults? You Selected: ● "It's reassuring older adults are receiving more concern than in decades past." Correct response: ● "It's reassuring older adults are receiving more concern than in decades past." Question 2 See full question 54s An 85-year-old man has been admitted to the hospital with exacerbation of his chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). His family has expressed concern about their ability to pay for his present and future care. The nurse offers support and guidance to the family, offering suggestions based on which aspect associated with the payment for care services by older adults? You Selected: ● Most older adults have their basic care needs provided in a long-term facility. Correct response: ● Federal money pays for more care than do older adults or private insurers. Question 3 See full question 37s A gerontological nurse is providing care to a population of older adults. As part of planning for this group, the nurse integrates knowledge about their financial situations as playing a key role in affecting this population’s nutritional needs and access to medical care. Which trend reflects the status of most older adults that the nurse would need to integrate into their plans of care? You Selected: ● Get more than half their income from Social Security and live above the poverty level Correct response: ● Get more than half their income from Social Security and live above the poverty level Question 4 See full question 21s Two women of the same age are in their health care provider’s waiting room. They are talking about their ailments and their beliefs about aging. One of the women argues that the other must be older because she has more ailments. The nurse overhears the discussion and intervenes by explaining an underlying theme associated with all biological theories of aging. Which explanation would the nurse most likely include? You Selected: ● "No two individuals age identically." Correct response: ● "No two individuals age identically." Question 5 See full question 6s A nurse takes ample time to explain all medical options to older adult clients to ensure they have the information they need to make informed decisions about their care. The nurse implements these actions based on which concept? You Selected: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Correct response: ● Empowerment has a positive effect on health status Question 6 See full question 19s A nurse is assessing a group of older clients for achievement of developmental tasks based on Erikson’s theory. Which situation would lead the nurse to suspect that the client would be at risk for disappointment and despair? You Selected: ● An 80-year-old man describes himself as "useless" since he is unable to help his adult children with their yard and garden work. Correct response: ● An 80-year-old man describes himself as "useless" since he is unable to help his adult children with their yard and garden work. Question 7 See full question 20s The emergence of today's nuclear family units has changed the roles and functions of family members in many ways. When counseling older adults and children, which belief about aging would be important for the nurse to address? You Selected: ● Grandparents are spending more time with their grandchildren than ever before. Correct response: ● Older adults enjoy freedom from responsibility for their adult children's welfare. Question 8 See full question 15s A 73-year-old client has entered a nursing home, where he will reside until his death. Until age 70, the client worked as a successful bank president and was an active community leader. When intervening with the client, the nurse would be especially alert for feelings related to which aspect of life? You Selected: ● Dependency Correct response: ● Dependency Question 9 See full question 9s A nurse is teaching a group of older adults about changes in the body that occur with aging. After teaching the group about the decline in body efficiency, the nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the group identifies which response as typically indicating the decline? You Selected: ● An attempt to push the body to perform physically at the same level as in the past Correct response: ● An attempt to push the body to perform physically at the same level as in the past Question 10 See full question 21s A nurse practitioner is teaching a 90-year-old client about her new medication regimen. Which principle would be most important for the nurse to integrate into the teaching session? You Selected: ● Older adults require simplified learning objectives and slower introduction of new directions. Correct response: ● Numerous factors can interfere with learning, but learning ability is not seriously altered with age. Question 13 See full question 1m 8s An older resident of a skilled facility apologizes to the nurse for “being so much trouble” and never wanted to be a “burden” to anyone. What should the nurse realize this client is demonstrating? You Selected: ● Effects of ageism Correct response: ● Effects of ageism Question 14 See full question 16s The nurse prepares material to teach an older client about prescribed medications. What should the nurse keep in mind when providing these instructions? You Selected: ● Motivation to learn may be reduced Correct response: ● Motivation to learn may be reduced Question 18 See full question 16s While caring for an older adult client, the client tells the nurse, "My mem