Practice Material
Which are common health problems of middle adulthood? Select all that apply
A. Obesity
B. hypertension
C. unintentional injury
D. cancer
E. eating disorders - correct answer ✔✔ A, b, d
Which represents common developmental tasks of older adults? Select all that apply
A. dementia
B. poly pharmacy
C. depression
D. ageism
E. nutritional status - correct answer ✔✔ A,b,c
When teaching an older adult about maintaining functional ability and promoting independence
what information should be included ? Select all that apply.
A. safety issues such as changes in stamina and reflexes
B. illness prevention and immunization
C. importance of physical exercise
D. Facilitating empowerment
E. Choosing an appropriate caregiver - correct answer ✔✔ A,b,c,d
, A 78 year old female was admitted overnight for confusion delirium and depression she lives
alone and has recently exhibited signs of memory loss. increased confusion especially in the
evening she's currently on several medication's for health related issues medication's to help
her sleep and antianxiety medication's what should the nurse assess the client for. select all that
apply.
A.dementia
B.depression
C.poly pharmacy
D.ageism
E.nutritional status - correct answer ✔✔ A,b,c
A nurse is caring for a 77 year old client in the hospital what are some methods the nurse can
apply to promote independence and functional ability select all that apply.
A ensure the client has access to a telephone at bedside
B. ask the client if they would like to ambulate in the hall
C. encourage the client to remain in bed in order to regain strength
D. offer the client meal choices
E. do not provide detailed explanations about medication's as this could confuse the client -
correct answer ✔✔ A,b,d
Which are examples of secondary prevention activities ?select all that apply.
A.yearly mammogram
B.taking a decongestant for a cold
C.lipid screening
D.scoliosis screening
E.taking blood pressure medication - correct answer ✔✔ A,c,d