Geri Exam 1
A new policy is to be implemented on the geriatric unit in a hospital. What should the nurse manager of
this unit do first? - Answer-Conduct a literature search to make sure the policy is evidence-based
The nurse manager praises a staff nurse for serving as a model of holism for the nurse on the care area.
What behavior did the manager observe to identify the nurse being this model? Select all that apply. -
Answer-Practice self-care
Models expected behavior
Attends to emotional needs
A gerontological nurse is conducting an orientation for a group of nurses who are planning to become
gerontological nurses. After discussing the scope of gerontological nursing practice, the nurse
determines that the teaching was successful based on which statement by the group? - Answer-"The
nursing process in gerontological nursing involves a holistic approach to individuals and the care they
require."
The nurse desires information on current strategies for wound care in the older population. Which type
of evidence would provide the most applicable information on this issue? - Answer-meta-analysis on the
type of wound care dressings
The nurse prepares to teach a group of older community members about ways to promote home safety.
What should the nurse keep in mind when teaching these older adults? Select all that apply. - Answer-
Avoid medical jargon
Use different teaching methods
Assess readiness to learn the material
Speak on a level that is easily understood
, The gerontological care area practices the philosophy of holistic care. What should the nurse do to
promote wholeness when caring for an older client? Select all that apply. - Answer-Promote self-care
behaviors
Guide to find meaning in life
Help to understand purpose in life
Facilitate harmony of the mind, body, and spirit
An older adult with a history of cardiovascular disease refuses to stop eating canned soups and potato
chips. The nurse should perform which priority holistic assessment? - Answer-Blood pressure
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted 76-year-old client. When applying the family-centered care
model, which intervention by the nurse would reflect a focus on this type of care? - Answer-calling a
local hotel to find an available room for the family
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has type 2 diabetes, obesity, and renal insufficiency. The
client has developed venous stasis ulcers in both lower legs. The legs are swollen and pink, warm, and
the skin is taut. The client ambulates slowly into the exam room. What action by the nurse is best to
help the client can care for oneself? - Answer-Have the client perform a return demonstration of proper
care for the venous ulcers and provide the client with supplies.
A gerontological nurse who works in a public health setting has limited funding for initiatives. Which
initiative is likely to result in significant benefits for the older adults who participate for the older adults
who participate? - Answer-an exercise program for older adults who live in the community
The nurse desires to improve the ability to provide holistic care. What would be a good first step for this
nurse to do? - Answer-implement self-care practices
The home health nurse cares for an older adult client with a history of glaucoma and a hip fracture that
occurred 1 year ago. What action will the nurse take first? - Answer-Remove the scatter rugs from the
house.
A new policy is to be implemented on the geriatric unit in a hospital. What should the nurse manager of
this unit do first? - Answer-Conduct a literature search to make sure the policy is evidence-based
The nurse manager praises a staff nurse for serving as a model of holism for the nurse on the care area.
What behavior did the manager observe to identify the nurse being this model? Select all that apply. -
Answer-Practice self-care
Models expected behavior
Attends to emotional needs
A gerontological nurse is conducting an orientation for a group of nurses who are planning to become
gerontological nurses. After discussing the scope of gerontological nursing practice, the nurse
determines that the teaching was successful based on which statement by the group? - Answer-"The
nursing process in gerontological nursing involves a holistic approach to individuals and the care they
require."
The nurse desires information on current strategies for wound care in the older population. Which type
of evidence would provide the most applicable information on this issue? - Answer-meta-analysis on the
type of wound care dressings
The nurse prepares to teach a group of older community members about ways to promote home safety.
What should the nurse keep in mind when teaching these older adults? Select all that apply. - Answer-
Avoid medical jargon
Use different teaching methods
Assess readiness to learn the material
Speak on a level that is easily understood
, The gerontological care area practices the philosophy of holistic care. What should the nurse do to
promote wholeness when caring for an older client? Select all that apply. - Answer-Promote self-care
behaviors
Guide to find meaning in life
Help to understand purpose in life
Facilitate harmony of the mind, body, and spirit
An older adult with a history of cardiovascular disease refuses to stop eating canned soups and potato
chips. The nurse should perform which priority holistic assessment? - Answer-Blood pressure
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted 76-year-old client. When applying the family-centered care
model, which intervention by the nurse would reflect a focus on this type of care? - Answer-calling a
local hotel to find an available room for the family
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has type 2 diabetes, obesity, and renal insufficiency. The
client has developed venous stasis ulcers in both lower legs. The legs are swollen and pink, warm, and
the skin is taut. The client ambulates slowly into the exam room. What action by the nurse is best to
help the client can care for oneself? - Answer-Have the client perform a return demonstration of proper
care for the venous ulcers and provide the client with supplies.
A gerontological nurse who works in a public health setting has limited funding for initiatives. Which
initiative is likely to result in significant benefits for the older adults who participate for the older adults
who participate? - Answer-an exercise program for older adults who live in the community
The nurse desires to improve the ability to provide holistic care. What would be a good first step for this
nurse to do? - Answer-implement self-care practices
The home health nurse cares for an older adult client with a history of glaucoma and a hip fracture that
occurred 1 year ago. What action will the nurse take first? - Answer-Remove the scatter rugs from the
house.
