TEST BANK FOR BASIC GERIATRIC NURSING
8TH EDITION BY PATRICIA A. WILLIAMS.
,Table of Contents
UNIT I: OVERVIEW OF AGING
1. Trends and Issues
2. Theories of Aging
3. Physiologic Changes
UNIT II: BASIC SKILLS FOR GERONTOLOGIC NURSING
4. Health Promotion, Health Maintenance, and Home Health
Considerations
5. Communicating With Older Adults
6. Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutritional Needs
7. Medications and Older Adults
8. Health Assessment for Older Adults
9. Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults
UNIT III: PSYCHOSOCIAL CARE OF THE ELDERLY
10. Cognition and Perception
11. Self-Perception and Self-Concept
12. Roles and Relationships
13. Coping and Stress
,14. Values and Beliefs
15. End-of-Life Care
16. Sexuality and Aging
UNIT IV: PHYSICAL CARE OF THE ELDERLY
17. Care of Aging Skin and Mucous Membranes
18. Elimination
19. Activity and Exercise
20. Sleep and Rest
CHAPTER 1: TRENDS AND ISSUES
This chapter explores the current trends and issues in geriatric
nursing, highlighting the increasing aging population and the
associated healthcare challenges. It discusses the impact of aging on
healthcare systems, the importance of providing culturally competent
care, and the need for specialized nursing skills in geriatrics. Nurses
must focus on promoting health, preventing illness, and improving the
quality of life for older adults, addressing the unique physical,
psychological, and social needs of this population.
, 1. Which of the following is the most significant trend impacting
geriatric nursing?
A. Decreasing life expectancy
B. Increasing aging population
C. Rising healthcare costs
D. Advances in pediatric care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The aging population is the most significant trend
impacting geriatric nursing, leading to a greater demand for
specialized care for older adults.
2. What is the primary role of nurses in the care of older adults?
A. To provide solely physical care
B. To focus on health promotion and disease prevention
C. To manage financial resources
D. To administer medications only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses play a crucial role in health promotion,
disease prevention, and improving the quality of life for older
adults.
8TH EDITION BY PATRICIA A. WILLIAMS.
,Table of Contents
UNIT I: OVERVIEW OF AGING
1. Trends and Issues
2. Theories of Aging
3. Physiologic Changes
UNIT II: BASIC SKILLS FOR GERONTOLOGIC NURSING
4. Health Promotion, Health Maintenance, and Home Health
Considerations
5. Communicating With Older Adults
6. Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutritional Needs
7. Medications and Older Adults
8. Health Assessment for Older Adults
9. Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults
UNIT III: PSYCHOSOCIAL CARE OF THE ELDERLY
10. Cognition and Perception
11. Self-Perception and Self-Concept
12. Roles and Relationships
13. Coping and Stress
,14. Values and Beliefs
15. End-of-Life Care
16. Sexuality and Aging
UNIT IV: PHYSICAL CARE OF THE ELDERLY
17. Care of Aging Skin and Mucous Membranes
18. Elimination
19. Activity and Exercise
20. Sleep and Rest
CHAPTER 1: TRENDS AND ISSUES
This chapter explores the current trends and issues in geriatric
nursing, highlighting the increasing aging population and the
associated healthcare challenges. It discusses the impact of aging on
healthcare systems, the importance of providing culturally competent
care, and the need for specialized nursing skills in geriatrics. Nurses
must focus on promoting health, preventing illness, and improving the
quality of life for older adults, addressing the unique physical,
psychological, and social needs of this population.
, 1. Which of the following is the most significant trend impacting
geriatric nursing?
A. Decreasing life expectancy
B. Increasing aging population
C. Rising healthcare costs
D. Advances in pediatric care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The aging population is the most significant trend
impacting geriatric nursing, leading to a greater demand for
specialized care for older adults.
2. What is the primary role of nurses in the care of older adults?
A. To provide solely physical care
B. To focus on health promotion and disease prevention
C. To manage financial resources
D. To administer medications only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses play a crucial role in health promotion,
disease prevention, and improving the quality of life for older
adults.
