C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
A negative attitude towards aging and the aged is called:
A. geriatrics
B. racism
C. ageism
D. ethnocentrism
Answer: 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
Answer: 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
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,C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
Answer: 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
Answer: 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
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,C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT BEST EXAM SOLUTION LATEST UPDATE
2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
D. Greg Reed, RN, MSN
Answer: B
The nurse chooses to use a health contract/calendar as a behavior-changing tool for an older adult client who
wants to lose weight. Which of the following principles should the nurse keep in mind when choosing this
tool?
A. it relies on the self-management capability of a client, after initial assistance is provided by a clinician
or health educator
B. it relies on the ability and skill of the educator
C. it has been shown to be less effective with females who are older and widowed
D. it cannot be used in older adults with less than a high school education
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, C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
Answer: A
The advantages of using a health contract for behavior change include all of the following except:
a. it identifies and enhances motivation
b. it assures that change will occur
c. it clarifies measurable and modest goals
d. it suggests tips to remember new behaviors
Answer: B
The nurse is instructing a new patient on the benefits of exercise. She would include which of the following in
providing the most current recommendations for older adults?
a. the emphasis is on being more physically active rather than a narrow adherence to a rigid exercise regimen
B. older adults should exercise one solid hour per day to achieve benefits
C. research has shown that older adults need to burn more calories than younger adults in order to obtain
cardiac benefit from exercise
d. all of the above are true
Answer: A
An older client is discussing his desire to continue walking during the winter months, but expresses fear of
being out in the colder weather. The nurse appropriately recommends for him to:
a. suspend all walking activities until the weather is favorable
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100% CORRECT BEST EXAM SOLUTION LATEST UPDATE
2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
A negative attitude towards aging and the aged is called:
A. geriatrics
B. racism
C. ageism
D. ethnocentrism
Answer: 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
Answer: 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
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,C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT BEST EXAM SOLUTION LATEST UPDATE
2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
Answer: 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
Answer: 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
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,C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT BEST EXAM SOLUTION LATEST UPDATE
2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
D. Greg Reed, RN, MSN
Answer: B
The nurse chooses to use a health contract/calendar as a behavior-changing tool for an older adult client who
wants to lose weight. Which of the following principles should the nurse keep in mind when choosing this
tool?
A. it relies on the self-management capability of a client, after initial assistance is provided by a clinician
or health educator
B. it relies on the ability and skill of the educator
C. it has been shown to be less effective with females who are older and widowed
D. it cannot be used in older adults with less than a high school education
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, C475-Care of The Older Adult Test Pack QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT BEST EXAM SOLUTION LATEST UPDATE
2021/2022 GRADED A+ Western Governors University
Answer: A
The advantages of using a health contract for behavior change include all of the following except:
a. it identifies and enhances motivation
b. it assures that change will occur
c. it clarifies measurable and modest goals
d. it suggests tips to remember new behaviors
Answer: B
The nurse is instructing a new patient on the benefits of exercise. She would include which of the following in
providing the most current recommendations for older adults?
a. the emphasis is on being more physically active rather than a narrow adherence to a rigid exercise regimen
B. older adults should exercise one solid hour per day to achieve benefits
C. research has shown that older adults need to burn more calories than younger adults in order to obtain
cardiac benefit from exercise
d. all of the above are true
Answer: A
An older client is discussing his desire to continue walking during the winter months, but expresses fear of
being out in the colder weather. The nurse appropriately recommends for him to:
a. suspend all walking activities until the weather is favorable
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