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NSG EXAM
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Exam Solution
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Comprehensive Guide to Geriatric Nursing: Aging Heal
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th Promotion and Care Strategies 2026 A+ GRADE ASS
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URED COMPLETE SOLUTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
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QUESTION 1 zm




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What was the number of Americans aged 65 years and older in 2022?
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ANSWER

57.8 million
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What was the average life expectancy in 2016?
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ANSWER

78.6 years
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QUESTION 4 zm




What was the average life expectancy in 2022?
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ANSWER

77.5 years
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What are the leading causes of death for older adults?
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ANSWER

Heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, pulmonary diseases, stroke, and Alzheimer's disease.
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What is a primary goal of care for older adults?
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ANSWER

Promoting and maintaining functional status and dignity.
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What role does the nurse play in the care of older adults?
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ANSWER

Assessing functional consequences of aging and proposing practical interventions.
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What are common age-related changes that affect body systems?
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All body systems are impacted including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary,
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musculoskeletal, reproductive, and integumentary.
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Why do older adults require fewer calories?
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Due to alterations in body mass and a more sedentary lifestyle.
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What are some consequences of poor sleep in older adults?
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ANSWER

Cognitive decline, increased risk for falls, and reduced quality of life.
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