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NR601 Week 4 Midterm Exam Due 2nd August 2026 Complete
Actual Exam Questions 1- 100 NR 601 Primary Care of the
Maturing and Aged Family Practicum.pdf
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1. An 82-year-old woman values independence and living at home.
Which approach best aligns with geriatric best practices?
A. Focus solely on disease management
B. Assess functional status and prioritize maintaining independence
C. Recommend immediate nursing home placement
D. Discontinue all preventive care
Answer: B
Explanation: Geriatric care prioritizes function and independence.
Comprehensive geriatric assessment evaluates ADLs/IADLs to guide
care planning.
2. Which geriatric assessment evaluates medical, functional, and
psychosocial domains?
A. Mini-Mental State Examination
B. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
C. Timed Up and Go
D. Braden Scale
Answer: B
Explanation: Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) is a
multidimensional, interdisciplinary evaluation of medical, functional,
psychological, and social domains.
3. Which aging theory emphasizes oxidative stress and supports
antioxidant-rich diets?
A. Disengagement theory
B. Free radical theory
C. Activity theory
D. Programmed aging theory
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Answer: B
Explanation: The free radical theory of aging proposes that cumulative
oxidative damage contributes to aging; antioxidant-rich diets may
mitigate this.
4. An older adult with HFrEF should receive which four medication
pillars?
A. ARNI/ACEi/ARB, beta blocker, MRA, SGLT2 inhibitor
B. Aspirin, statin, nitrate, diuretic
C. Digoxin, warfarin, amiodarone, furosemide
D. Calcium channel blocker, alpha blocker, nitrate, hydralazine
Answer: A
Explanation: Guideline-directed medical therapy for HFrEF includes an
ARNI/ACEi/ARB, evidence-based beta blocker, mineralocorticoid
receptor antagonist, and SGLT2 inhibitor.
5. For HFpEF in older adults, which medication class is highlighted in
recent guidelines?
A. Beta blockers
B. SGLT2 inhibitors
C. Digoxin
D. Alpha blockers
Answer: B
Explanation: SGLT2 inhibitors are highlighted for HFpEF, along with
MRAs and diuretics for congestion; BP control is key for prevention.
NR601 Week 4 Midterm Exam Due 2nd August 2026 Complete
Actual Exam Questions 1- 100 NR 601 Primary Care of the
Maturing and Aged Family Practicum.pdf
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1. An 82-year-old woman values independence and living at home.
Which approach best aligns with geriatric best practices?
A. Focus solely on disease management
B. Assess functional status and prioritize maintaining independence
C. Recommend immediate nursing home placement
D. Discontinue all preventive care
Answer: B
Explanation: Geriatric care prioritizes function and independence.
Comprehensive geriatric assessment evaluates ADLs/IADLs to guide
care planning.
2. Which geriatric assessment evaluates medical, functional, and
psychosocial domains?
A. Mini-Mental State Examination
B. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
C. Timed Up and Go
D. Braden Scale
Answer: B
Explanation: Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) is a
multidimensional, interdisciplinary evaluation of medical, functional,
psychological, and social domains.
3. Which aging theory emphasizes oxidative stress and supports
antioxidant-rich diets?
A. Disengagement theory
B. Free radical theory
C. Activity theory
D. Programmed aging theory
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Answer: B
Explanation: The free radical theory of aging proposes that cumulative
oxidative damage contributes to aging; antioxidant-rich diets may
mitigate this.
4. An older adult with HFrEF should receive which four medication
pillars?
A. ARNI/ACEi/ARB, beta blocker, MRA, SGLT2 inhibitor
B. Aspirin, statin, nitrate, diuretic
C. Digoxin, warfarin, amiodarone, furosemide
D. Calcium channel blocker, alpha blocker, nitrate, hydralazine
Answer: A
Explanation: Guideline-directed medical therapy for HFrEF includes an
ARNI/ACEi/ARB, evidence-based beta blocker, mineralocorticoid
receptor antagonist, and SGLT2 inhibitor.
5. For HFpEF in older adults, which medication class is highlighted in
recent guidelines?
A. Beta blockers
B. SGLT2 inhibitors
C. Digoxin
D. Alpha blockers
Answer: B
Explanation: SGLT2 inhibitors are highlighted for HFpEF, along with
MRAs and diuretics for congestion; BP control is key for prevention.
