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GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
100% VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2026-27 LATEST VERSION
Types of Psychological Aging Theories - ANSWER- -Jung's Theory of
individualism
-Erikson's Developmental theory
Jung's Theory of Individualism - ANSWER- As a person ages, the shift
of focus goes
from extroversion to introversion. Tend to stay at home more,
instead of going out as
much.
Erikson's Developmental Theory - ANSWER- Eight stages of Life. The
older adult is in
the stage of integrity versus despair
Types of Sociological Aging Theories - ANSWER- *They focus
on roles and
relationships that occur later in life*
-Disengagement Theory
-Activity theory
-Continuity theory
Disengagement Theory - ANSWER- Mutual withdrawal from society,
not negative, just
change the way they socialize
Activity Theory - ANSWER- Stay active and engaged in older life
Continuity Theory - ANSWER- Maintaining previous values and habits,
does not change Medicare - ANSWER- -Federal program
-Established for older people and younger disabled
-Limited prescription drug benefits
-May pay a limited amount of subacute care, rehabilitation, and
home health care
-People pay into it with their checks and they get it back with
retirement
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Where can Gerontologic Nurses be Found - ANSWER- -Skilled nursing
facilities
-Retirement communities
-Adult day care
-Residential care facilities
-Transitional care units
-Rehabilitation hospitals
-Community based home care
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Skilled Nursing Facilities - ANSWER- -Skilled care provided by nurses
-May include subacute (come from a hospital and still need some help) and
chronic
-Helpful for the frail, older adult needing help with activities of daily living
Retirement Communities - ANSWER- -Vary in size and scope in
what they offer
-Offerings range from independent living to nursing home care
-May allow residents to move between levels
-Amenities vary
Adult day care - ANSWER- -Provides daytime supervision and activities
-May offer transportation
-Typically fees are paid privately
-Meal services normally included
-Planned activities are included
-Additional health service availability varies
Residential care facilities (assisted living) - ANSWER- -Previously
called rest homes
-Offer supervision and health monitoring
Transitional care units - ANSWER- -Established by acute
care hospitals
-Provide subacute care, rehabilitation, and palliative care
services
-Most patients are recuperating from surgery, major
illness, or injury.
-Support services of the acute care facility are provided
Rehabilitation hospitals or facilities - ANSWER- -Specialized facilities
provide subacute
care to patients with complex healthcare needs
-Patients may have head injuries, be ventilator dependent, or require
rehabilitation after
an injury or surgery.
Community nursing care - ANSWER- -Visiting nurse service
GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
100% VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2026-27 LATEST VERSION
Types of Psychological Aging Theories - ANSWER- -Jung's Theory of
individualism
-Erikson's Developmental theory
Jung's Theory of Individualism - ANSWER- As a person ages, the shift
of focus goes
from extroversion to introversion. Tend to stay at home more,
instead of going out as
much.
Erikson's Developmental Theory - ANSWER- Eight stages of Life. The
older adult is in
the stage of integrity versus despair
Types of Sociological Aging Theories - ANSWER- *They focus
on roles and
relationships that occur later in life*
-Disengagement Theory
-Activity theory
-Continuity theory
Disengagement Theory - ANSWER- Mutual withdrawal from society,
not negative, just
change the way they socialize
Activity Theory - ANSWER- Stay active and engaged in older life
Continuity Theory - ANSWER- Maintaining previous values and habits,
does not change Medicare - ANSWER- -Federal program
-Established for older people and younger disabled
-Limited prescription drug benefits
-May pay a limited amount of subacute care, rehabilitation, and
home health care
-People pay into it with their checks and they get it back with
retirement
,2
Where can Gerontologic Nurses be Found - ANSWER- -Skilled nursing
facilities
-Retirement communities
-Adult day care
-Residential care facilities
-Transitional care units
-Rehabilitation hospitals
-Community based home care
, 3
Skilled Nursing Facilities - ANSWER- -Skilled care provided by nurses
-May include subacute (come from a hospital and still need some help) and
chronic
-Helpful for the frail, older adult needing help with activities of daily living
Retirement Communities - ANSWER- -Vary in size and scope in
what they offer
-Offerings range from independent living to nursing home care
-May allow residents to move between levels
-Amenities vary
Adult day care - ANSWER- -Provides daytime supervision and activities
-May offer transportation
-Typically fees are paid privately
-Meal services normally included
-Planned activities are included
-Additional health service availability varies
Residential care facilities (assisted living) - ANSWER- -Previously
called rest homes
-Offer supervision and health monitoring
Transitional care units - ANSWER- -Established by acute
care hospitals
-Provide subacute care, rehabilitation, and palliative care
services
-Most patients are recuperating from surgery, major
illness, or injury.
-Support services of the acute care facility are provided
Rehabilitation hospitals or facilities - ANSWER- -Specialized facilities
provide subacute
care to patients with complex healthcare needs
-Patients may have head injuries, be ventilator dependent, or require
rehabilitation after
an injury or surgery.
Community nursing care - ANSWER- -Visiting nurse service
