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concepts of nursing
older adulthood
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which statement describes the relationship between illness and aging in older adulthood? | Acute illness increases risk for chronic health conditions. |
| Which features describe the anticipated physical changes of older adulthood? | a. Decreased sense of taste b. Diminished sense of smell c. Decreased rate of nail growth |
| Which attribute reflects a change in the cardiovascular system of the older adult? | Orthostatic hypertension is common. |
| Which chronic condition are older adults at higher risk for due to age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system? | Osteoporosis |
| Which term describes the most common form of dementia, affecting 38% of people over age 85? | Alzheimer's disease |
| Which term describes a transient, generally reversible and treatable cause of cerebral dysfunction? | Delirium |
| Which statements represent normal cognitive functioning in older adulthood? | d. Recall of experiential procedures is unaffected. e. Long-term memory for new information declines. |
| Which illness manifests the loss of intellectual abilities, is treatable, but is not reversible or curable? | Alzheimer's disease |
| Which action reflects the anticipated cognitive changes associated with older adulthood? | . A 75-year-old person enrolls in a class to earn a digital photography certificate. |
| Which activity shifts roles for older adults, causing feelings of loneliness and isolation? | c. Retirement from a fulfilling and productive career |
| Which aspects influence the understanding of sexuality as a fundamental human need in older adulthood? | b. Moral c. Social d. Biological e. Psychological |
| Which factors can affect older adults’ living arrangements? | a. Health b. Social roles d. Changing life circumstances e. Family and social responsibilities |
| Which statement provides an example of considerations for older adults related to sexuality? | d. Sexuality should be discussed during visits with the health care team to promote psychosocial health. |
| Which statement reflects the relationship between living arrangements and psychosocial health of older adults? | c. Significant differences in psychosocial health can occur based on living arrangements. |