Pass the Gerontological
Nurse ANCC
Certification on Your
First Attempt
Exam
(Questions and Answers)
2026
Expert Verified
(With A+ Grades
Guarantee)
2026
,Comorbidity The presence of two or more chronic diseases or
conditions in the same person at the same time.
Life expectancy The average number of years a person is expected to live
based on population statistics and current mortality
trends.
Life span The maximum number of years a member of a species
can live under ideal circumstances (for humans about
120-122 years).
Medicare Federal health insurance program primarily for adults age
65 and older, some younger adults with qualifying
disability, and those with ESRD.
Medicare Part A Hospital insurance covering inpatient hospital stays,
skilled nursing facility (short term), some home health,
and hospice.
Medicare Part B Medical insurance covering outpatient visits, provider
services, preventive services, labs, diagnostic tests, and
durable medical equipment.
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) Private plan that bundles Parts A and B and often Part D,
may include extra benefits such as vision, dental, or
hearing.
Medicare Part D Outpatient prescription drug coverage through private
plans approved by Medicare.
Medicaid Joint federal and state program based on income and
financial need, can cover long term custodial care and
some services not covered by Medicare.
Young old Age group of 65 to 74 years.
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, Middle old Age group of 75 to 84 years.
Oldest old Age group of 85 years and older.
Chronological age Number of years since birth.
Functional age How well a person is functioning physically, cognitively,
and socially compared with others.
Perceived age How old a person looks to others.
Age identity How old a person feels and identifies themselves
internally.
Factors influencing life expectancy Genetics, sex, lifestyle habits, socioeconomic status,
education level, environment, access to health care,
psychosocial support, and advances in medical care.
Hypertension Common chronic condition in older adults.
Arthritis Common chronic condition in older adults.
Heart disease Includes coronary artery disease and heart failure;
common chronic condition in older adults.
2026
Nurse ANCC
Certification on Your
First Attempt
Exam
(Questions and Answers)
2026
Expert Verified
(With A+ Grades
Guarantee)
2026
,Comorbidity The presence of two or more chronic diseases or
conditions in the same person at the same time.
Life expectancy The average number of years a person is expected to live
based on population statistics and current mortality
trends.
Life span The maximum number of years a member of a species
can live under ideal circumstances (for humans about
120-122 years).
Medicare Federal health insurance program primarily for adults age
65 and older, some younger adults with qualifying
disability, and those with ESRD.
Medicare Part A Hospital insurance covering inpatient hospital stays,
skilled nursing facility (short term), some home health,
and hospice.
Medicare Part B Medical insurance covering outpatient visits, provider
services, preventive services, labs, diagnostic tests, and
durable medical equipment.
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) Private plan that bundles Parts A and B and often Part D,
may include extra benefits such as vision, dental, or
hearing.
Medicare Part D Outpatient prescription drug coverage through private
plans approved by Medicare.
Medicaid Joint federal and state program based on income and
financial need, can cover long term custodial care and
some services not covered by Medicare.
Young old Age group of 65 to 74 years.
2026
, Middle old Age group of 75 to 84 years.
Oldest old Age group of 85 years and older.
Chronological age Number of years since birth.
Functional age How well a person is functioning physically, cognitively,
and socially compared with others.
Perceived age How old a person looks to others.
Age identity How old a person feels and identifies themselves
internally.
Factors influencing life expectancy Genetics, sex, lifestyle habits, socioeconomic status,
education level, environment, access to health care,
psychosocial support, and advances in medical care.
Hypertension Common chronic condition in older adults.
Arthritis Common chronic condition in older adults.
Heart disease Includes coronary artery disease and heart failure;
common chronic condition in older adults.
2026
