NURS 101 Chapter 10: Cognition and Perception Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th Edition

1. What does perception refer to in the environment? a. Intellect b. Memory c. Judgment d. Interpretation ANS: D 2. What observation would cause the nurse to suspect cataracts in the older adult? a. Holds the newspaper a good distance away while attempting to read small print b. Seeks an area in a room that is free from glare in order to read the newspaper c. Holds a hand over one eye while attempting to read small print d. Uses only peripheral vision while attempting to read a newspaper ANS: B 3. How should the nurse approach a patient who has profound hearing loss? a. Knock on the door before entering. b. Touch the patient on the hand to gain attention. c. Give the patient a list of interventions that the nurse plans to perform. d. Speak in a higher tone of voice. ANS: B 4. When attempting to communicate with a patient who is hearing-impaired, what should the nurse consider? a. Keep the message simple. b. Provide lengthy explanations and information. c. Assume understanding if the patient does not ask for clarification. d. Use many hand gestures. ANS: A 5. How should the nurse adapt the environment for a person with right-sided hemianopsia? a. Approach the patient from the right side. b. Arrang