Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'ageism' in the context of nursing care for older persons?

Accepted Answer

A form of discrimination based on age, leading to unfair treatment of older adults.

Question 2

A nurse is assessing an 87-year-old patient. According to demographic definitions, which group does this patient belong to?

Accepted Answer

Oldest old

Question 3

Which of the following is a common myth or stereotype about older persons that nurses should challenge?

Accepted Answer

Older persons are unable to learn and understand new information.

Question 4

A nurse is planning care for an older adult who is adjusting to retirement and the death of a spouse. Which developmental task is MOST important for this patient?

Accepted Answer

Finding ways to maintain quality of life.

Question 5

Which of the following is a sensitive indicator of health or illness in older persons?

Accepted Answer

Capacity and safe performance of activities of daily living (ADLs).

Question 6

A nurse observes that an older patient has facial wrinkles, grey hair, and loss of body mass in the extremities. What type of changes are these?

Accepted Answer

Normal age-related physiological changes.

Question 7

Which of the following cognitive symptoms is NOT considered a normal part of aging?

Accepted Answer

Loss of language skills.

Question 8

An older patient in an acute care setting suddenly becomes confused and disoriented. Which condition is most likely responsible?

Accepted Answer

Delirium

Question 9

Which of the following is a key principle in providing age-appropriate nursing care for older persons?

Accepted Answer

Timely detection of the cardinal signs of illness.

Question 10

A nurse is working with an older person to set objectives for improving quality of life. This approach is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Active aging.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of death among older persons?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis

Question 12

An older person is experiencing sadness and despair, but no acute confusion or memory loss. Which condition is most likely?

Accepted Answer

Depression

Question 13

A nurse is advocating for an older patient who is being treated unfairly due to negative stereotypes. What attitude should the nurse demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing and addressing ageism.

Question 14

Which of the following is a preventive measure to reduce or delay common health concerns in older persons?

Accepted Answer

Exercise

Question 15

A nurse is assessing the needs of an older person. Which aspect should be considered to provide comprehensive care?

Accepted Answer

Interrelationship between physical and psychosocial aspects of aging.

Question 16

Which of the following is a risk for adverse events in the acute care setting for older persons?

Accepted Answer

Delirium

Question 17

Restorative care for older persons aims to:

Accepted Answer

Regain or improve prior level of independence and ADLs.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the palliative approach to care for older persons?

Accepted Answer

Improving overall quality of life for persons with life-limiting illness and their families.

Question 19

An older person is admitted to a long-term care facility. Which of the following is NOT considered a community-based health care service?

Accepted Answer

Hospital emergency department

Question 20

A nurse is evaluating an older person's ability to perform ADLs. Which formula could be used to estimate the percentage of independence if the patient can perform 7 out of 10 ADLs without assistance?

Accepted Answer

$ Independence\ \% = \frac{Number\ of\ ADLs\ performed}{Total\ ADLs} 	imes 100 $

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