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Gerontological Nursing 9th Edition Eliopoulos
Test Bank
Chapter 1 The Aging Population
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MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged refers to
persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
Test Bank
Chapter 1 The Aging Population
Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged refers to
persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
Gerontological Nursing 9th Edition Eliopoulos
Test Bank
Chapter 1 The Aging Population
Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged refers to
persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
Test Bank
Chapter 1 The Aging Population
Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged refers to
persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
The term aged refers to persons who are 75 to 84 years of age.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2, Table 1-1 OBJ: 1
TOP: Age Categories KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
3. The nurse cautions that ageism is a mindset that influences persons to:
a. discriminate against persons solely on the basis of age.
b. fear aging.
c. be culturally sensitive to concerns of aging.
d. focus on resources for the older adult.
ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons solely
on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 5 OBJ: 3
TOP: Ageism KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
4. The nurse points out that the most beneficial legislation that has influenced health care for the
older adult is:
a. Medicare and Medicaid.
b. elimination of the mandatory retirement age.
c. the Americans with Disabilities Act.
d. the Drug Benefit Program.
ANS: A
The broadest sweeping legislation beneficial to the older adult is Medicare and Medicaid.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2, Table 1-1 OBJ: 1
TOP: Age Categories KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
3. The nurse cautions that ageism is a mindset that influences persons to:
a. discriminate against persons solely on the basis of age.
b. fear aging.
c. be culturally sensitive to concerns of aging.
d. focus on resources for the older adult.
ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons solely
on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 5 OBJ: 3
TOP: Ageism KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
4. The nurse points out that the most beneficial legislation that has influenced health care for the
older adult is:
a. Medicare and Medicaid.
b. elimination of the mandatory retirement age.
c. the Americans with Disabilities Act.
d. the Drug Benefit Program.
ANS: A
The broadest sweeping legislation beneficial to the older adult is Medicare and Medicaid.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Legislation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
5. The nurse clarifies that a housing option for the older adult that offers the privacy of an
apartment with restaurant-style meals and some medical and personal care services is the:
a. government-subsidized housing.
b. long-term care facility.
c. assisted-living center.
d. group housing plan.
ANS: C
Assisted-living arrangements offer the privacy of an apartment or condominium with meals
prepared and served, limited medical care, and a variety of personal services.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 14 OBJ: 9
TOP: Housing Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
6. The 75-year-old man who has been hospitalized following a severe case of pneumonia is
concerned about his mounting hospital bill and asks if his Medicare coverage will pay for his
care. The nurses most helpful response is Yes. Medicare:
a. pays 100% of all medical costs for persons older than 65.
b. Part B pays hospital costs and physician fees.
c. Part A pays for inpatient hospital costs.
d. Part D pays 80% of the charges made by physicians.
ANS: C
Medicare Part A pays inpatient hospital costs, Part B pays 80% of physicians charges, and Part D
helps defray prescription drug costs.
TOP: Legislation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
5. The nurse clarifies that a housing option for the older adult that offers the privacy of an
apartment with restaurant-style meals and some medical and personal care services is the:
a. government-subsidized housing.
b. long-term care facility.
c. assisted-living center.
d. group housing plan.
ANS: C
Assisted-living arrangements offer the privacy of an apartment or condominium with meals
prepared and served, limited medical care, and a variety of personal services.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 14 OBJ: 9
TOP: Housing Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
6. The 75-year-old man who has been hospitalized following a severe case of pneumonia is
concerned about his mounting hospital bill and asks if his Medicare coverage will pay for his
care. The nurses most helpful response is Yes. Medicare:
a. pays 100% of all medical costs for persons older than 65.
b. Part B pays hospital costs and physician fees.
c. Part A pays for inpatient hospital costs.
d. Part D pays 80% of the charges made by physicians.
ANS: C
Medicare Part A pays inpatient hospital costs, Part B pays 80% of physicians charges, and Part D
helps defray prescription drug costs.
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Medicare Provisions KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
7. The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents
are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. The nurses most
informative response is:
a. Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient.
b. A Do Not Resuscitate document signed by the patient transfers authority to the next
of kin.
c. A durable power of attorney for health care transfers decision-making authority for
health care to a designated person.
d. A living will transfers authority to the physician.
ANS: C
A durable power of attorney for health care transfers the authority for decision making to a
designated person.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 19 OBJ: 11
TOP: Advance Directives KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
8. The daughter of a resident in a long-term care facility is frustrated with her 80-year-old
mothers refusal to eat. The nurse explains that the refusal to eat is a behavior that is an:
a. effort to maintain a portion of independence and self direction.
b. indication of approaching Alzheimer disease.
c. effort to gain attention.
d. indication of the dislike of the institutional food.
ANS: A
TOP: Medicare Provisions KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
7. The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents
are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. The nurses most
informative response is:
a. Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient.
b. A Do Not Resuscitate document signed by the patient transfers authority to the next
of kin.
c. A durable power of attorney for health care transfers decision-making authority for
health care to a designated person.
d. A living will transfers authority to the physician.
ANS: C
A durable power of attorney for health care transfers the authority for decision making to a
designated person.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 19 OBJ: 11
TOP: Advance Directives KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
8. The daughter of a resident in a long-term care facility is frustrated with her 80-year-old
mothers refusal to eat. The nurse explains that the refusal to eat is a behavior that is an:
a. effort to maintain a portion of independence and self direction.
b. indication of approaching Alzheimer disease.
c. effort to gain attention.
d. indication of the dislike of the institutional food.
ANS: A
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Loss of independence and control is a significant issue for the older adult. Some residents will
exercise whatever control they may retain.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 21 OBJ: 11
TOP: Loss of Independence KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
9. The nurse clarifies that the conditions of a living will go into effect when:
a. the patient declares that desire in writing.
b. a family member indicates the desire for curative therapy to cease.
c. two physicians agree in writing that the criteria in the living will have been met.
d. the physician and a family member agree that the criteria in the living will have
been met.
ANS: C
Two physicians must agree in writing that the criteria of the living will have been met before the
document can go into effect.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 19 OBJ: 11
TOP: Living Wills KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
10. In the 1980s, Medicare initiated a program of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) to reduce
hospital costs by:
a. classifying various diagnoses as ineligible for hospitalization.
b. allotting a set amount of hospital days and prospective payment on the basis of the
admitting diagnosis.
c. specifying particular physicians to treat specified diagnoses.
d. using frequency of a particular diagnosis to set a payment schedule.
ANS: B
exercise whatever control they may retain.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 21 OBJ: 11
TOP: Loss of Independence KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
9. The nurse clarifies that the conditions of a living will go into effect when:
a. the patient declares that desire in writing.
b. a family member indicates the desire for curative therapy to cease.
c. two physicians agree in writing that the criteria in the living will have been met.
d. the physician and a family member agree that the criteria in the living will have
been met.
ANS: C
Two physicians must agree in writing that the criteria of the living will have been met before the
document can go into effect.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 19 OBJ: 11
TOP: Living Wills KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
10. In the 1980s, Medicare initiated a program of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) to reduce
hospital costs by:
a. classifying various diagnoses as ineligible for hospitalization.
b. allotting a set amount of hospital days and prospective payment on the basis of the
admitting diagnosis.
c. specifying particular physicians to treat specified diagnoses.
d. using frequency of a particular diagnosis to set a payment schedule.
ANS: B
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DRGs set up a system of preset hospitalization time and payment on the basis of the admitting
diagnosis.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: DRGs KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: N/A
11. When discussing extended care with a patient who has had a hip replacement and needs
physical therapy, the nurse would recommend a(n):
a. basic care facility.
b. skilled care facility.
c. subacute care facility.
d. assisted-living residence.
ANS: B
Skilled care facilities offer not only basic care but also services from trained licensed
professionals such as nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 9
TOP: Extended-Care Facilities KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
12. The 80-year-old woman who is recovering from a stroke is being sent to an extended-care
facility. She is concerned about the expense. The nurse can allay anxiety by explaining that
Medicare will cover extended-care facility costs:
a. for a period of 30 days.
b. for a period of 45 days for physical therapy.
c. for a period of 100 days for needed skilled care.
d. until she is able to be discharged home.
ANS: C
diagnosis.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: DRGs KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: N/A
11. When discussing extended care with a patient who has had a hip replacement and needs
physical therapy, the nurse would recommend a(n):
a. basic care facility.
b. skilled care facility.
c. subacute care facility.
d. assisted-living residence.
ANS: B
Skilled care facilities offer not only basic care but also services from trained licensed
professionals such as nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 9
TOP: Extended-Care Facilities KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
12. The 80-year-old woman who is recovering from a stroke is being sent to an extended-care
facility. She is concerned about the expense. The nurse can allay anxiety by explaining that
Medicare will cover extended-care facility costs:
a. for a period of 30 days.
b. for a period of 45 days for physical therapy.
c. for a period of 100 days for needed skilled care.
d. until she is able to be discharged home.
ANS: C
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Medicare will cover extended-care costs for 100 days while skilled care is being applied to the
resident. After 100 days, the resident must revert to private pay or ancillary long-term care
insurance.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 8
TOP: Extended Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
13. The senior citizen political action group that uses volunteers and lobbyists to advance the
interests of older adults is the:
a. American Association of Retired Persons (AARP).
b. National Council of Senior Citizens (NCSC).
c. National Alliance of Senior Citizens (NASC).
d. Gray Panthers.
ANS: A
The AARP uses volunteers and lobbyists to advance the interests and welfare of older adults.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 12 OBJ: 7
TOP: Political Action Groups KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
14. The nurse gives an example of the caregiver who is guilty of elder abuse as the:
a. daughter who uses her mothers Social Security money to purchase her mothers
medication.
b. son who puts an alarm on the front door to prevent his mother from wandering out
of the house.
c. wife who allows her mentally competent husband to refuse to take a bath for a
week.
d. frail spouse who is unable to bathe or change the clothes of her physically
dependent husband.
resident. After 100 days, the resident must revert to private pay or ancillary long-term care
insurance.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 8
TOP: Extended Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
13. The senior citizen political action group that uses volunteers and lobbyists to advance the
interests of older adults is the:
a. American Association of Retired Persons (AARP).
b. National Council of Senior Citizens (NCSC).
c. National Alliance of Senior Citizens (NASC).
d. Gray Panthers.
ANS: A
The AARP uses volunteers and lobbyists to advance the interests and welfare of older adults.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 12 OBJ: 7
TOP: Political Action Groups KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
14. The nurse gives an example of the caregiver who is guilty of elder abuse as the:
a. daughter who uses her mothers Social Security money to purchase her mothers
medication.
b. son who puts an alarm on the front door to prevent his mother from wandering out
of the house.
c. wife who allows her mentally competent husband to refuse to take a bath for a
week.
d. frail spouse who is unable to bathe or change the clothes of her physically
dependent husband.
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ANS: D
Unintentional abuse or neglect can occur when the caregiver lacks the stamina to meet care
needs. Even though physically unable, the frail wife is guilty of elder abuse. The wife should
seek assistance to prevent neglect.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 22 OBJ: 13
TOP: Elder Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
15. The nurse cautions that the most frequent response to elder abuse by the abused older adult
is:
a. anger.
b. physical retaliation.
c. notification of authorities.
d. nothing at all.
ANS: D
Fear of retaliation or abandonment keeps most abused elders silent.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 25-26 OBJ: 14
TOP: Response to Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
16. Many nurses today do not seek careers in gerontology because:
a. the physical work is too difficult.
b. their technological skills are not used.
c. there is not enough challenge.
d. there are limited options for employment.
ANS: B
Unintentional abuse or neglect can occur when the caregiver lacks the stamina to meet care
needs. Even though physically unable, the frail wife is guilty of elder abuse. The wife should
seek assistance to prevent neglect.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 22 OBJ: 13
TOP: Elder Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
15. The nurse cautions that the most frequent response to elder abuse by the abused older adult
is:
a. anger.
b. physical retaliation.
c. notification of authorities.
d. nothing at all.
ANS: D
Fear of retaliation or abandonment keeps most abused elders silent.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 25-26 OBJ: 14
TOP: Response to Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
16. Many nurses today do not seek careers in gerontology because:
a. the physical work is too difficult.
b. their technological skills are not used.
c. there is not enough challenge.
d. there are limited options for employment.
ANS: B
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Many nurses feel that their technical skills will not be used in the care of the older adult. There
are many employment options that offer challenge and fulfillment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 5 OBJ: 2
TOP: Employment Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
17. The nurse clarifies that the term baby boomers refers to persons who:
a. entered school in 1945.
b. served in the military in World War II.
c. were born between 1946 and 1964.
d. were eligible for Social Security benefits in 2000.
ANS: C
Baby boomers are those born between 1946 and 1964. The impact of the retirement of this
cohort is unprecedented in terms of the impact on society.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 8 OBJ: 5
TOP: Baby boomers KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
18. Restraining an older adult in a recliner to prevent wandering is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: A
Physical abuse is any action that causes physical pain or injury. Inappropriate use of drugs,
force-feeding, physical restraints, or punishment of any kind are examples of physical abuse.
are many employment options that offer challenge and fulfillment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 5 OBJ: 2
TOP: Employment Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
17. The nurse clarifies that the term baby boomers refers to persons who:
a. entered school in 1945.
b. served in the military in World War II.
c. were born between 1946 and 1964.
d. were eligible for Social Security benefits in 2000.
ANS: C
Baby boomers are those born between 1946 and 1964. The impact of the retirement of this
cohort is unprecedented in terms of the impact on society.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 8 OBJ: 5
TOP: Baby boomers KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
18. Restraining an older adult in a recliner to prevent wandering is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: A
Physical abuse is any action that causes physical pain or injury. Inappropriate use of drugs,
force-feeding, physical restraints, or punishment of any kind are examples of physical abuse.
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 23 OBJ: 13
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
19. Nonprovision of medical care because of lack of finances is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: B
Neglect is a passive form of abuse in which caregivers fail to provide for the needs of the older
person under their care. Failure to provide necessary medical care may constitute neglect because
with no means of going to the doctor or pharmacy, the older person may suffer or even die.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 23 OBJ: 13
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
20. Health care workers eating a residents candy without permission is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: C
Emotional abuse is more subtle and difficult to recognize than physical abuse or neglect. It often
includes behaviors such as isolating, ignoring, or depersonalizing older adults. Health care
workers eating a residents candy without permission is an ignorant behavior that can be
depersonalizing.
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
19. Nonprovision of medical care because of lack of finances is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: B
Neglect is a passive form of abuse in which caregivers fail to provide for the needs of the older
person under their care. Failure to provide necessary medical care may constitute neglect because
with no means of going to the doctor or pharmacy, the older person may suffer or even die.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 23 OBJ: 13
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
20. Health care workers eating a residents candy without permission is an example of:
a. physical abuse.
b. neglect.
c. emotional abuse.
d. self-neglect.
ANS: C
Emotional abuse is more subtle and difficult to recognize than physical abuse or neglect. It often
includes behaviors such as isolating, ignoring, or depersonalizing older adults. Health care
workers eating a residents candy without permission is an ignorant behavior that can be
depersonalizing.
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 23 OBJ: 13
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
MULTIPLE RESPONSE
1. The nurse is aware that a persons attitude about aging is influenced mainly by his or her
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. life experiences
b. income level
c. level of education
d. current age
e. occupation
ANS: A, D
A persons current age and life experiences are the main influences on his or her attitude relative
to aging.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 4 OBJ: 2
TOP: Attitudes toward Aging KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
2. Gerontology encompasses application to __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. appropriate housing
b. health care
c. public education
d. business ventures
e. government-sponsored pensions
ANS: A, B, C, D
TOP: Types of Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
MULTIPLE RESPONSE
1. The nurse is aware that a persons attitude about aging is influenced mainly by his or her
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. life experiences
b. income level
c. level of education
d. current age
e. occupation
ANS: A, D
A persons current age and life experiences are the main influences on his or her attitude relative
to aging.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 4 OBJ: 2
TOP: Attitudes toward Aging KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
2. Gerontology encompasses application to __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. appropriate housing
b. health care
c. public education
d. business ventures
e. government-sponsored pensions
ANS: A, B, C, D
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Gerontological concerns extend and influence provision of appropriate housing, health care,
public education, business ventures, and political stands relative to the welfare of the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 2 OBJ: 1
TOP: Gerontology KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: N/A
3. Medicare Part C allows eligible persons to receive Medicare benefits via the services of
private insurance companies through the services of a __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. health maintenance organization (HMO)
b. preferred provider organization (PPO)
c. provider-sponsored organization (PSO)
d. private fee for service organization (PFFS)
e. medical service organization (MSO)
ANS: A, B, C, D
Medicare Part C allows benefits via the services of managed care organizations. Medical service
organization is not one of them.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 17 OBJ: 6
TOP: Medicare Part C KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
4. The nurse is aware that a familys emotional response to an aging loved ones attempts to cope
with diminishing abilities and increased care needs would include __________. (Select all that
apply.)
a. grief
b. anger
c. frustration
d. loss
e. resentment
public education, business ventures, and political stands relative to the welfare of the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 2 OBJ: 1
TOP: Gerontology KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: N/A
3. Medicare Part C allows eligible persons to receive Medicare benefits via the services of
private insurance companies through the services of a __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. health maintenance organization (HMO)
b. preferred provider organization (PPO)
c. provider-sponsored organization (PSO)
d. private fee for service organization (PFFS)
e. medical service organization (MSO)
ANS: A, B, C, D
Medicare Part C allows benefits via the services of managed care organizations. Medical service
organization is not one of them.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 17 OBJ: 6
TOP: Medicare Part C KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
4. The nurse is aware that a familys emotional response to an aging loved ones attempts to cope
with diminishing abilities and increased care needs would include __________. (Select all that
apply.)
a. grief
b. anger
c. frustration
d. loss
e. resentment
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ANS: A, B, C, D
As the family witnesses the decline of a loved one and attempts to respond to the increasing care
needs, the emotional responses are varied and changing. The responses include grief, anger,
frustration, loss, and confusion.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 21 OBJ: 11
TOP: Impact of Aging on the Family KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
5. The nurse outlines the characteristics of the typical caregiver for an aging family member as
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. 32 years of age
b. female
c. having full-time employment
d. having a care recipient older than 70
e. giving care for an average of 18 years
ANS: B, C, D, E
The average age of the caregiver is 46.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 20 OBJ: 11
TOP: Characteristics of Family Caregiver
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
6. The nurse reminds a family that indicators of self-neglect in the aging person include
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. misbalanced check book
b. reduced personal hygiene
As the family witnesses the decline of a loved one and attempts to respond to the increasing care
needs, the emotional responses are varied and changing. The responses include grief, anger,
frustration, loss, and confusion.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 21 OBJ: 11
TOP: Impact of Aging on the Family KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
5. The nurse outlines the characteristics of the typical caregiver for an aging family member as
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. 32 years of age
b. female
c. having full-time employment
d. having a care recipient older than 70
e. giving care for an average of 18 years
ANS: B, C, D, E
The average age of the caregiver is 46.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 20 OBJ: 11
TOP: Characteristics of Family Caregiver
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
6. The nurse reminds a family that indicators of self-neglect in the aging person include
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. misbalanced check book
b. reduced personal hygiene
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c. increased alcohol consumption
d. irritability
e. loss of weight
ANS: A, B, C, E
Indicators may be to manage personal finances, reduced hygiene, substance abuse, and loss of
weight due to inability to obtain adequate food. Irritability is not a consistent characteristic.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 22 OBJ: 11
TOP: Self-Neglect KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
7. The nurse reminds a group of prospective caregivers that elder abuse may take the form of
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. causing physical harm
b. misappropriation of finances
c. psychological intimidation
d. emotional depersonalization
e. abandonment
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
Elder abuse may take the form of physical injury, misusing the older persons finances for
personal gain, psychological intimidation, and depersonalization and abandonment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 25-26 OBJ: 13
TOP: Elder Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk
8. The nurse explains that research done by the National Institute on Aging found that
__________. (Select all that apply.)
d. irritability
e. loss of weight
ANS: A, B, C, E
Indicators may be to manage personal finances, reduced hygiene, substance abuse, and loss of
weight due to inability to obtain adequate food. Irritability is not a consistent characteristic.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 22 OBJ: 11
TOP: Self-Neglect KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
7. The nurse reminds a group of prospective caregivers that elder abuse may take the form of
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. causing physical harm
b. misappropriation of finances
c. psychological intimidation
d. emotional depersonalization
e. abandonment
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
Elder abuse may take the form of physical injury, misusing the older persons finances for
personal gain, psychological intimidation, and depersonalization and abandonment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 25-26 OBJ: 13
TOP: Elder Abuse KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk
8. The nurse explains that research done by the National Institute on Aging found that
__________. (Select all that apply.)
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a. older patients receive less information regarding health management than younger
patients
b. information on lifestyle changes were directed at younger people
c. older patients were denied timely appointments for evaluation of acute illnesses
d. rehabilitation programs offered limited services to the older adult
e. older patients receive less evaluation and fewer treatment options for acute illnesses
ANS: A, B, D, E
The study showed there was less information on health management and lifestyle changes.
Rehabilitation programs were limited in their service to the older adult, and only 47% of
physicians interviewed felt the older patient received the same evaluation for acute illnesses.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 5 OBJ: 2
TOP: Attitudes toward Aging KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
9. The Nursing Competence in Aging initiative advocates enhancing nurses __________. (Select
all that apply.)
a. knowledge in gerontics
b. skills in geriatrics
c. opportunities for employment
d. political sensitivity for the older adult
e. attitudes related to the older adult
ANS: A, B, E
The Nursing Competence in Aging initiative advocates for all nurses greater knowledge, skills,
and broader attitudes toward the older adult.
Chapter 2 Theories of Aging
MULTIPLE CHOICE
patients
b. information on lifestyle changes were directed at younger people
c. older patients were denied timely appointments for evaluation of acute illnesses
d. rehabilitation programs offered limited services to the older adult
e. older patients receive less evaluation and fewer treatment options for acute illnesses
ANS: A, B, D, E
The study showed there was less information on health management and lifestyle changes.
Rehabilitation programs were limited in their service to the older adult, and only 47% of
physicians interviewed felt the older patient received the same evaluation for acute illnesses.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 5 OBJ: 2
TOP: Attitudes toward Aging KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
9. The Nursing Competence in Aging initiative advocates enhancing nurses __________. (Select
all that apply.)
a. knowledge in gerontics
b. skills in geriatrics
c. opportunities for employment
d. political sensitivity for the older adult
e. attitudes related to the older adult
ANS: A, B, E
The Nursing Competence in Aging initiative advocates for all nurses greater knowledge, skills,
and broader attitudes toward the older adult.
Chapter 2 Theories of Aging
MULTIPLE CHOICE
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1. A theory differs from a fact in that a theory:
a. proves how different influences affect a particular phenomenon.
b. attempts to explain and give some logical order to observations.
c. is a collection of facts about a particular phenomenon.
d. shows a relationship among facts about a particular phenomenon.
ANS: B
A theory is an unproven concept that attempts to explain and give some logical order to
observations. For a theory to become a fact, there must be reproducible evidence.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 28 OBJ: 1
TOP: Fact vs. Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
2. The biological theory of aging uses a genetic perspective and suggests that aging is a
programmed process in which:
a. each person will age exactly like those in the previous generation.
b. a biological clock ticks off a predetermined number of cell divisions.
c. genetic traits can overcome environmental influences.
d. age-related physical changes are controlled only by genetic factors.
ANS: B
The biological theory of programmed process suggests that there is a biologic clock set with a
predetermined number of cell divisions that will occur before the introduction of the aging
process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 28 OBJ: 2
TOP: Biological Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
a. proves how different influences affect a particular phenomenon.
b. attempts to explain and give some logical order to observations.
c. is a collection of facts about a particular phenomenon.
d. shows a relationship among facts about a particular phenomenon.
ANS: B
A theory is an unproven concept that attempts to explain and give some logical order to
observations. For a theory to become a fact, there must be reproducible evidence.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 28 OBJ: 1
TOP: Fact vs. Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
2. The biological theory of aging uses a genetic perspective and suggests that aging is a
programmed process in which:
a. each person will age exactly like those in the previous generation.
b. a biological clock ticks off a predetermined number of cell divisions.
c. genetic traits can overcome environmental influences.
d. age-related physical changes are controlled only by genetic factors.
ANS: B
The biological theory of programmed process suggests that there is a biologic clock set with a
predetermined number of cell divisions that will occur before the introduction of the aging
process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 28 OBJ: 2
TOP: Biological Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
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3. The Gene Theory of aging proposes that:
a. the presence of a master gene prolongs youth.
b. genes interact with each other to resist aging.
c. specific genes target specific body systems to initiate system deterioration.
d. the activation of harmful genes initiates the aging process.
ANS: D
The Gene Theory suggests that there is an activation of harmful genes that initiate the aging
process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 28 OBJ: 2
TOP: Gene Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
4. The theory that identifies an unstable molecule as the causative factor in aging is the _____
theory.
a. free radical
b. molecular
c. neuroendocrine
d. crosslink
ANS: A
The free radical theory identifies free radicalsunstable moleculesthat will cause aging after
accumulation in the body.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Free Radical Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
a. the presence of a master gene prolongs youth.
b. genes interact with each other to resist aging.
c. specific genes target specific body systems to initiate system deterioration.
d. the activation of harmful genes initiates the aging process.
ANS: D
The Gene Theory suggests that there is an activation of harmful genes that initiate the aging
process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 28 OBJ: 2
TOP: Gene Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
4. The theory that identifies an unstable molecule as the causative factor in aging is the _____
theory.
a. free radical
b. molecular
c. neuroendocrine
d. crosslink
ANS: A
The free radical theory identifies free radicalsunstable moleculesthat will cause aging after
accumulation in the body.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Free Radical Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
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5. The nurse assesses that the patient who uses good health maintenance practices believes in the
aging theory known as the _____ theory.
a. wear-and-tear
b. free radical
c. neuroendocrine
d. molecular
ANS: A
The wear-and-tear theory suggests that health maintenance practices will prevent wear and tear
on the cells of the body and will delay the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Wear-and-Tear Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
6. The nurse describes the neuroendocrine theory of aging as a complex process of:
a. relating thyroid function to age-related changes.
b. the effects of adrenal corticosteroids, which inhibit the aging process.
c. stimulation and/or inhibition of the hypothalamus, causing age-related changes.
d. adrenal medulla inhibition of epinephrine, causing age-related changes.
ANS: C
The neuroendocrine theory proposes that the hypothalamus stimulates or inhibits the pituitary
gland to produce hormones that initiate the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Neuroendocrine Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
aging theory known as the _____ theory.
a. wear-and-tear
b. free radical
c. neuroendocrine
d. molecular
ANS: A
The wear-and-tear theory suggests that health maintenance practices will prevent wear and tear
on the cells of the body and will delay the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Wear-and-Tear Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
6. The nurse describes the neuroendocrine theory of aging as a complex process of:
a. relating thyroid function to age-related changes.
b. the effects of adrenal corticosteroids, which inhibit the aging process.
c. stimulation and/or inhibition of the hypothalamus, causing age-related changes.
d. adrenal medulla inhibition of epinephrine, causing age-related changes.
ANS: C
The neuroendocrine theory proposes that the hypothalamus stimulates or inhibits the pituitary
gland to produce hormones that initiate the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Neuroendocrine Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
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7. The nurse explains that psychosocial theories differ from biologic theories in that psychosocial
theories:
a. focus on methods to delay the aging process.
b. are directed at decreasing depression in the older adult.
c. are organized to enhance the perception of aging.
d. attempt to explain responses to the aging process.
ANS: D
Psychosocial theories attempt to explain the various responses of persons to the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Focus of Psychosocial Therapies KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
8. The major objection to the disengagement theory is that the theory:
a. justifies ageism.
b. addresses the diversity of older adults.
c. does not clarify the aging process.
d. diminishes the self-esteem of the older adult.
ANS: A
The disengagement theory seems to justify ageism by proposing that there is a mutual desire
between the community and the older adult to be disengaged. According to the theory, this desire
apparently does not diminish self-esteem because the older adult desires to be disengaged.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Disengagement Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
theories:
a. focus on methods to delay the aging process.
b. are directed at decreasing depression in the older adult.
c. are organized to enhance the perception of aging.
d. attempt to explain responses to the aging process.
ANS: D
Psychosocial theories attempt to explain the various responses of persons to the aging process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Focus of Psychosocial Therapies KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
8. The major objection to the disengagement theory is that the theory:
a. justifies ageism.
b. addresses the diversity of older adults.
c. does not clarify the aging process.
d. diminishes the self-esteem of the older adult.
ANS: A
The disengagement theory seems to justify ageism by proposing that there is a mutual desire
between the community and the older adult to be disengaged. According to the theory, this desire
apparently does not diminish self-esteem because the older adult desires to be disengaged.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Disengagement Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
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9. The 80-year-old who teaches Sunday school every week and delivers food for Meals on
Wheels is following _____ theory.
a. Newmans developmental
b. the life course
c. the activity
d. the disengagement
ANS: C
Purposeful activity increases self-esteem and maintains cognitive function well into older age.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Activity Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
10. The nurse would recognize successful aging according to Jungs theory when the nurse notes
that a resident at a long-term care facility:
a. takes special care to dress for dinner in a manner that pleases his tablemates.
b. asks permission to sit on the patio with other residents.
c. asks persons in his hall if his television is bothering them.
d. wears a large cowboy hat at all times because he likes it.
ANS: D
Jung describes a successful adjustment to aging as being accepting and valuing of self regardless
of the view of others.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Jungs Developmental Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Evaluation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
Wheels is following _____ theory.
a. Newmans developmental
b. the life course
c. the activity
d. the disengagement
ANS: C
Purposeful activity increases self-esteem and maintains cognitive function well into older age.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Activity Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
10. The nurse would recognize successful aging according to Jungs theory when the nurse notes
that a resident at a long-term care facility:
a. takes special care to dress for dinner in a manner that pleases his tablemates.
b. asks permission to sit on the patio with other residents.
c. asks persons in his hall if his television is bothering them.
d. wears a large cowboy hat at all times because he likes it.
ANS: D
Jung describes a successful adjustment to aging as being accepting and valuing of self regardless
of the view of others.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Jungs Developmental Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Evaluation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
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11. The older adult female patient is positive that the free radical lipofuscin can be counteracted
by:
a. avoiding animal fat.
b. use of antioxidants.
c. building up muscle mass.
d. outdoor exercise.
ANS: B
Individuals who follow this theory believe that free radicals can be reduced by antioxidants such
as vitamins A, C, E, zinc, and phytochemicals.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Antioxidants KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
12. A recently widowed woman moved to an assisted living community because of her
hypertension and joined a group to learn how to do water color painting with other women her
age. The nurse assesses that the patient is following the aging theory of:
a. Jung.
b. Havighurst.
c. Erikson.
d. Newmon.
ANS: B
Havighurst proposes that the process of aging is defined by adjusting to the loss of a spouse,
establishing a relationship with ones own age group, and establishing a satisfactory living
arrangement.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Havighurst KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
by:
a. avoiding animal fat.
b. use of antioxidants.
c. building up muscle mass.
d. outdoor exercise.
ANS: B
Individuals who follow this theory believe that free radicals can be reduced by antioxidants such
as vitamins A, C, E, zinc, and phytochemicals.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Antioxidants KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
12. A recently widowed woman moved to an assisted living community because of her
hypertension and joined a group to learn how to do water color painting with other women her
age. The nurse assesses that the patient is following the aging theory of:
a. Jung.
b. Havighurst.
c. Erikson.
d. Newmon.
ANS: B
Havighurst proposes that the process of aging is defined by adjusting to the loss of a spouse,
establishing a relationship with ones own age group, and establishing a satisfactory living
arrangement.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 3
TOP: Havighurst KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
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MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
MULTIPLE RESPONSE
1. The nurses list of age-related illnesses thought to cause the accumulation of free radicals
includes __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. arthritis
b. colon cancer
c. osteoporosis
d. diabetes
e. atherosclerosis
ANS: A, D, E
Cancer and osteoporosis are not considered to be diseases that accumulate free radicals.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Free Radical Influence KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
2. The nurse emphasizes that the relatively new theory that correlates restricted caloric intake to
slowing of the aging process would probably extend the life span of the person, provided that the
person __________.(Select all that apply.)
a. consistently eats high-nutrient, low-calorie foods
b. maintains a regular exercise program
c. consumes 2000 to 3000 mL of fluid a day
d. supports the diet with adequate fat-soluble vitamins
e. eats only organically grown foods
ANS: A, B
This new theory encourages high-nutrient, low-calorie foods combined with regular exercise to
delay the aging process.
MULTIPLE RESPONSE
1. The nurses list of age-related illnesses thought to cause the accumulation of free radicals
includes __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. arthritis
b. colon cancer
c. osteoporosis
d. diabetes
e. atherosclerosis
ANS: A, D, E
Cancer and osteoporosis are not considered to be diseases that accumulate free radicals.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 29 OBJ: 2
TOP: Free Radical Influence KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
2. The nurse emphasizes that the relatively new theory that correlates restricted caloric intake to
slowing of the aging process would probably extend the life span of the person, provided that the
person __________.(Select all that apply.)
a. consistently eats high-nutrient, low-calorie foods
b. maintains a regular exercise program
c. consumes 2000 to 3000 mL of fluid a day
d. supports the diet with adequate fat-soluble vitamins
e. eats only organically grown foods
ANS: A, B
This new theory encourages high-nutrient, low-calorie foods combined with regular exercise to
delay the aging process.
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 2
TOP: Calorie Restriction Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
3. The nurse points out that the positive outcomes from a life review, according to Erikson,
would include __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. wisdom and integrated self-image
b. comparing self with others
c. understanding self and relationships
d. seeking anothers opinion of his or her achievement
e. acceptance of self
ANS: A, C, E
Acceptance of self and understanding self and relationships with accumulated wisdom is the goal
of Erikson. Seeking the opinion of others suggests that the older adult is experiencing doubt and
gloom, which are negative outcomes according to Erikson.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 2
TOP: Eriksons Developmental Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
4. When a patient asks what can be done to neutralize the free radicals in his system, the nurse
responds that antioxidant therapy is thought to inhibit free radicals. Antioxidants include
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. fruits
b. vegetables
c. organ meat
d. folic acid
e. vitamin D
TOP: Calorie Restriction Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
3. The nurse points out that the positive outcomes from a life review, according to Erikson,
would include __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. wisdom and integrated self-image
b. comparing self with others
c. understanding self and relationships
d. seeking anothers opinion of his or her achievement
e. acceptance of self
ANS: A, C, E
Acceptance of self and understanding self and relationships with accumulated wisdom is the goal
of Erikson. Seeking the opinion of others suggests that the older adult is experiencing doubt and
gloom, which are negative outcomes according to Erikson.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 30 OBJ: 2
TOP: Eriksons Developmental Theory KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
4. When a patient asks what can be done to neutralize the free radicals in his system, the nurse
responds that antioxidant therapy is thought to inhibit free radicals. Antioxidants include
__________. (Select all that apply.)
a. fruits
b. vegetables
c. organ meat
d. folic acid
e. vitamin D
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ANS: A, B, D
Antioxidants can be obtained largely from fruits and vegetables. Organ meat and vitamin D are
not antioxidants.
Chapter 3 Diversity
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. A postmenopausal black woman who has been experiencing uterine bleeding tells the nurse, I
expect Ill need a total hysterectomy because when my sister had this problem thats what she had
done. The nurse recognizes that this woman belongs to a cultural subgroup whose health care
beliefs are most influenced by the:
a. biomedical model.
b. magico-religious model.
c. balance/harmony model.
d. personal experience.
ANS: A
The patient shows a tendency to identify with the biomedical model, which views the body as a
functioning machine. When a part gives out or is functioning abnormally, traditional Western
medical treatment is sought and expected. The magico-religious models believe that health is a
reward from a higher power. The balance/harmony models state that illness is the result of a state
of imbalance in body energies. Personal experience influences all of these models.
DIF: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 91 OBJ: 5-5
TOP: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
2. A Hispanic patient explains that the Hispanic culture believes that dietary management would
be just as effective in managing her problems as medication, so the patients prescription has not
been filled. Which action by the nurse illustrates cultural accommodation?
Antioxidants can be obtained largely from fruits and vegetables. Organ meat and vitamin D are
not antioxidants.
Chapter 3 Diversity
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. A postmenopausal black woman who has been experiencing uterine bleeding tells the nurse, I
expect Ill need a total hysterectomy because when my sister had this problem thats what she had
done. The nurse recognizes that this woman belongs to a cultural subgroup whose health care
beliefs are most influenced by the:
a. biomedical model.
b. magico-religious model.
c. balance/harmony model.
d. personal experience.
ANS: A
The patient shows a tendency to identify with the biomedical model, which views the body as a
functioning machine. When a part gives out or is functioning abnormally, traditional Western
medical treatment is sought and expected. The magico-religious models believe that health is a
reward from a higher power. The balance/harmony models state that illness is the result of a state
of imbalance in body energies. Personal experience influences all of these models.
DIF: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 91 OBJ: 5-5
TOP: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
2. A Hispanic patient explains that the Hispanic culture believes that dietary management would
be just as effective in managing her problems as medication, so the patients prescription has not
been filled. Which action by the nurse illustrates cultural accommodation?
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a. Asking the patient to give more details regarding this belief
b. Discussing how to add dietary preferences into the treatment plan
c. Offering to have a registered nutritionist discuss the situation with the patient
d. Researching the patients proposed dietary beliefs
ANS: B
Cultural care accommodation or negotiation refers to those assistive, supportive, facilitative, or
enabling creative professional actions and decisions that help people of a designated culture
adapt to or negotiate with others for a beneficial or satisfying health outcome. The nurse can ask
the patient to share more about beliefs, offer a consultation with a nutritionist, or research the
beliefs, but these actions do not show accommodation.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
3. A geriatric nurse practitioner working with a tribe of Native Americans makes the decision to
acculturate in an attempt to provide culturally appropriate care. The nurse does this best by:
a. living the values of the tribe.
b. researching the tribes belief systems.
c. learning the language of the tribe.
d. residing among the tribe members.
ANS: A
Acculturation is a process that occurs when a member of one cultural group adopts the values,
beliefs, expectations, and behaviors of another group, usually in an attempt to become
recognized as a member of the group. The other actions might be helpful in acculturating.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-3
TOP: Nursing process: Implementation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
b. Discussing how to add dietary preferences into the treatment plan
c. Offering to have a registered nutritionist discuss the situation with the patient
d. Researching the patients proposed dietary beliefs
ANS: B
Cultural care accommodation or negotiation refers to those assistive, supportive, facilitative, or
enabling creative professional actions and decisions that help people of a designated culture
adapt to or negotiate with others for a beneficial or satisfying health outcome. The nurse can ask
the patient to share more about beliefs, offer a consultation with a nutritionist, or research the
beliefs, but these actions do not show accommodation.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
3. A geriatric nurse practitioner working with a tribe of Native Americans makes the decision to
acculturate in an attempt to provide culturally appropriate care. The nurse does this best by:
a. living the values of the tribe.
b. researching the tribes belief systems.
c. learning the language of the tribe.
d. residing among the tribe members.
ANS: A
Acculturation is a process that occurs when a member of one cultural group adopts the values,
beliefs, expectations, and behaviors of another group, usually in an attempt to become
recognized as a member of the group. The other actions might be helpful in acculturating.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-3
TOP: Nursing process: Implementation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
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4. The nurse in an assisted living facility is practicing a form of cultural bias called
ethnocentrism when:
a. requesting the bridge group only use the game room for 2 hours at a time.
b. encouraging Christian residents to attend mass or church services.
c. repeatedly confiscating herbs and food products used in healing.
d. telling potential patients who are Jewish that the facility does not have a kosher
kitchen,
ANS: C
Ethnocentrism is a belief that ones own cultural group is superior to that of anothers. In nursing
we have a unique culture and expect our patients to adapt to us rather than attempting to adapt to
the culture of the patient. Confiscating items used in healing rituals shows ethnocentrism and
disrespect to the resident. Limiting activities in a group room, encouraging people to attend
church services of their religion, and letting prospective Jewish residents know that the facility
does not have a kosher kitchen are not examples of ethnocentrism.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-6
TOP: Nursing Process: Implementation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
5. While caring for an older Korean patient, the nurse notes that the patient answers questions
regarding health history when asked but is otherwise silent and does not maintain eye contact.
Being culturally sensitive, the nurse recognizes that the patients actions are most likely a(n):
a. sign of respect for the wisdom and expertise of the nurse.
b. indication that he has no questions regarding the care he is receiving.
c. expression of discomfort discussing personal matters.
d. means of communicating his dissatisfaction with his care.
ANS: A
Asian cultures generally view eye contact as rude and are often passive in their care. The patient
may or may not have further questions. It is not a sign of discomfort or dissatisfaction.
ethnocentrism when:
a. requesting the bridge group only use the game room for 2 hours at a time.
b. encouraging Christian residents to attend mass or church services.
c. repeatedly confiscating herbs and food products used in healing.
d. telling potential patients who are Jewish that the facility does not have a kosher
kitchen,
ANS: C
Ethnocentrism is a belief that ones own cultural group is superior to that of anothers. In nursing
we have a unique culture and expect our patients to adapt to us rather than attempting to adapt to
the culture of the patient. Confiscating items used in healing rituals shows ethnocentrism and
disrespect to the resident. Limiting activities in a group room, encouraging people to attend
church services of their religion, and letting prospective Jewish residents know that the facility
does not have a kosher kitchen are not examples of ethnocentrism.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-6
TOP: Nursing Process: Implementation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
5. While caring for an older Korean patient, the nurse notes that the patient answers questions
regarding health history when asked but is otherwise silent and does not maintain eye contact.
Being culturally sensitive, the nurse recognizes that the patients actions are most likely a(n):
a. sign of respect for the wisdom and expertise of the nurse.
b. indication that he has no questions regarding the care he is receiving.
c. expression of discomfort discussing personal matters.
d. means of communicating his dissatisfaction with his care.
ANS: A
Asian cultures generally view eye contact as rude and are often passive in their care. The patient
may or may not have further questions. It is not a sign of discomfort or dissatisfaction.
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DIF: Remembering (Knowledge) REF: Page 93 OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
6. The culturally sensitive nurse will recognize that an older adult patient with a high-context
ethnic background will appreciate:
a. not having a treatment scheduled during a favorite television program.
b. both a written and verbal explanation describing how to monitor her blood sugar
levels.
c. a concise explanation as to why her physical therapy appointment has been
canceled.
d. having a conversation about her grandchildren while her dressing is changed.
ANS: D
The interactional patterns of high-context (universalism) patients refer to the characteristics of
relationships and behaviors toward others. When a person from a high-context culture interacts
with the nurse, a more personal relationship is expected. This is not related to television shows,
teaching materials, or appointment cancellations.
DIF: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 92 OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
7. In an attempt to be sensitive to varying cultural responses to touch, before shaking a patients
hand, the nurse will:
a. offer the patient his or her upturned palm.
b. wait until the patient extends his or her hand.
c. establish eye contact with the patient first.
d. address the patient by his or her full name.
ANS: B
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
6. The culturally sensitive nurse will recognize that an older adult patient with a high-context
ethnic background will appreciate:
a. not having a treatment scheduled during a favorite television program.
b. both a written and verbal explanation describing how to monitor her blood sugar
levels.
c. a concise explanation as to why her physical therapy appointment has been
canceled.
d. having a conversation about her grandchildren while her dressing is changed.
ANS: D
The interactional patterns of high-context (universalism) patients refer to the characteristics of
relationships and behaviors toward others. When a person from a high-context culture interacts
with the nurse, a more personal relationship is expected. This is not related to television shows,
teaching materials, or appointment cancellations.
DIF: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 92 OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
7. In an attempt to be sensitive to varying cultural responses to touch, before shaking a patients
hand, the nurse will:
a. offer the patient his or her upturned palm.
b. wait until the patient extends his or her hand.
c. establish eye contact with the patient first.
d. address the patient by his or her full name.
ANS: B
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The best way to show respect and implement the appropriate response is to follow the lead of the
patient by waiting for the patient to extend a hand.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
8. A older Asian patient receiving physical therapy after hip surgery has developed a low-grade
fever. The patient explains that the fever will lessen if the treatment includes the principles of
yin/yang. The nurse expects to support the patient by:
a. providing privacy when his shaman visits.
b. arranging for his diet to include cold foods and liquids.
c. planning his physical therapy so it does not conflict with meditation.
d. keeping a magical amulet under his pillow.
ANS: B
The yin/yang theory proposes that health is a result of balance within the body. A principle of
this theory is that an illness is either hot or cold and must be treated by elements of the opposite
state in order to put the system back into balance. It is not related to shaman visits, meditation, or
amulets.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
9. The nurse in an assisted living facility is preparing to admit an older adult patient who speaks
very little English. The nurse decides that it is most important that an interpreter be present when
the patient:
a. indicates a desire to talk with the physician.
b. is being oriented to the facility.
c. is required to sign official documents.
d. begins crying and is inconsolable.
patient by waiting for the patient to extend a hand.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
8. A older Asian patient receiving physical therapy after hip surgery has developed a low-grade
fever. The patient explains that the fever will lessen if the treatment includes the principles of
yin/yang. The nurse expects to support the patient by:
a. providing privacy when his shaman visits.
b. arranging for his diet to include cold foods and liquids.
c. planning his physical therapy so it does not conflict with meditation.
d. keeping a magical amulet under his pillow.
ANS: B
The yin/yang theory proposes that health is a result of balance within the body. A principle of
this theory is that an illness is either hot or cold and must be treated by elements of the opposite
state in order to put the system back into balance. It is not related to shaman visits, meditation, or
amulets.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
9. The nurse in an assisted living facility is preparing to admit an older adult patient who speaks
very little English. The nurse decides that it is most important that an interpreter be present when
the patient:
a. indicates a desire to talk with the physician.
b. is being oriented to the facility.
c. is required to sign official documents.
d. begins crying and is inconsolable.
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ANS: C
The more complex the decision making, the more important it is to have an interpreter present.
Although all situations would benefit from an interpreter, the most important time is when the
patient is signing official documents that have legal implications.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-8
TOP: Communication and Documentation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
10. When attempting to provide culturally sensitive care according to the explanatory model, the
nurse asks the patient:
a. Who will be able to help you when you go home?
b. Do you think the treatment is helping?
c. When did you first notice the problem?
d. Has this illness changed your life?
ANS: D
The gerontologic nurse uses this model to explore the meaning of the health problem from the
patients perspective.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
11. The nurse is caring for an older adult patient in need of hospitalization. The nurse is aware
this patient is a member of an ethnic group that holds a collectivist perspective on community.
The nurse best addresses the patients medical needs by:
a. calling an interpreter to assure the patient is making an informed decision.
b. assuring the patient that his spiritual advisor will meet him at the hospital.
c. arranging for admission to a hospital that is familiar with this patients culture.
The more complex the decision making, the more important it is to have an interpreter present.
Although all situations would benefit from an interpreter, the most important time is when the
patient is signing official documents that have legal implications.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-8
TOP: Communication and Documentation MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
10. When attempting to provide culturally sensitive care according to the explanatory model, the
nurse asks the patient:
a. Who will be able to help you when you go home?
b. Do you think the treatment is helping?
c. When did you first notice the problem?
d. Has this illness changed your life?
ANS: D
The gerontologic nurse uses this model to explore the meaning of the health problem from the
patients perspective.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-7
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
11. The nurse is caring for an older adult patient in need of hospitalization. The nurse is aware
this patient is a member of an ethnic group that holds a collectivist perspective on community.
The nurse best addresses the patients medical needs by:
a. calling an interpreter to assure the patient is making an informed decision.
b. assuring the patient that his spiritual advisor will meet him at the hospital.
c. arranging for admission to a hospital that is familiar with this patients culture.
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d. offering to phone the patients family and ask them to come in and discuss the
hospitalization.
ANS: D
People with a collectivist perspective derive their identity from affiliation with and participation
in a social group such as a family or clan. The needs of the group are more important than those
of the individual, and decisions are made with consideration of the effect on the whole. Health
care decisions may be made by a group (such as the tribal elders) or a group leader (such as the
oldest son). The other options may or may not be needed depending on the specifics of the
patients case.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
12. The nurse is most effectively using the concept of future time orientation when:
a. promising to help the patient call his daughter each weekend.
b. offering to complete the health assessment history after the patient eats dinner.
c. encouraging an older patient to keep a follow-up clinic appointment.
d. arranging for a colorectal cancer screen for senior citizens.
ANS: D
In the concept of future orientation, people accept the idea that what is done now affects future
health. This means that health screenings will help detect a problem today for potentially better
health at a later time, days, weeks, or years ahead; it means that prevention may be worth
pursuing. The other actions do not show a future orientation.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
13. The student learns that which of the following is the best definition of culture?
hospitalization.
ANS: D
People with a collectivist perspective derive their identity from affiliation with and participation
in a social group such as a family or clan. The needs of the group are more important than those
of the individual, and decisions are made with consideration of the effect on the whole. Health
care decisions may be made by a group (such as the tribal elders) or a group leader (such as the
oldest son). The other options may or may not be needed depending on the specifics of the
patients case.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
12. The nurse is most effectively using the concept of future time orientation when:
a. promising to help the patient call his daughter each weekend.
b. offering to complete the health assessment history after the patient eats dinner.
c. encouraging an older patient to keep a follow-up clinic appointment.
d. arranging for a colorectal cancer screen for senior citizens.
ANS: D
In the concept of future orientation, people accept the idea that what is done now affects future
health. This means that health screenings will help detect a problem today for potentially better
health at a later time, days, weeks, or years ahead; it means that prevention may be worth
pursuing. The other actions do not show a future orientation.
DIF: Applying (Application) REF: N/A OBJ: 5-9
TOP: Caring MSC: Psychosocial Integrity
13. The student learns that which of the following is the best definition of culture?
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