Gerontological Nursing &
Principles of Geriatrics |
Study Guide, Practice
Questions & Exam
Review
|Guaranteed success|
, Can older adults learn new things? Yes. Older adults can learn new things and should be challenged to remain
mentally active.
Is health promotion wasted on older adults? No. It is never too late to develop healthy habits such as eating well and
exercising.
Are older adults a drain on societal resources? No. Older adults contribute through volunteer work, supporting the arts,
helping with grandchildren, and other activities.
Are older adults generally isolated and lonely? No. Many remain socially connected through clubs, volunteer work, family, and
community activities.
Do older adults lose interest in sex? Sexual activity may decrease for some, but the human need for attraction and
physical contact continues throughout life.
What does "the nation is graying" mean? The proportion and total number of older adults in the population are
increasing.
How many Americans were 65+ in 2002? About 35.6 million, or 12.3% of the U.S. population.
What percentage of nursing-home patients were 65+ in About 90%.
2002?
What percentage of home-care patients were 65+? About 80%.
What percentage of hospitalized patients were 65+? About 60%.
What was projected for the 65+ population by 2030? Approximately 71.5 million.
What is happening to the proportion of people over It is projected to double over the next 50 years.
age 60 worldwide?
What demographic trend will increase the middle-old Increased life expectancy combined with the aging baby-boomer population.
population?
What is happening to the U.S. population in terms of The U.S. is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse.
racial and ethnic diversity?
What are major factors contributing to the increase in Declining fertility and improved healthcare/life expectancy.
older adults?
What are benefits of healthy aging? Increased creativity and confidence, improved coping ability, deeper gratitude,
greater self-understanding and acceptance, less reliance on others' approval,
and more opportunities to spend time with family and friends.
Principles of Geriatrics |
Study Guide, Practice
Questions & Exam
Review
|Guaranteed success|
, Can older adults learn new things? Yes. Older adults can learn new things and should be challenged to remain
mentally active.
Is health promotion wasted on older adults? No. It is never too late to develop healthy habits such as eating well and
exercising.
Are older adults a drain on societal resources? No. Older adults contribute through volunteer work, supporting the arts,
helping with grandchildren, and other activities.
Are older adults generally isolated and lonely? No. Many remain socially connected through clubs, volunteer work, family, and
community activities.
Do older adults lose interest in sex? Sexual activity may decrease for some, but the human need for attraction and
physical contact continues throughout life.
What does "the nation is graying" mean? The proportion and total number of older adults in the population are
increasing.
How many Americans were 65+ in 2002? About 35.6 million, or 12.3% of the U.S. population.
What percentage of nursing-home patients were 65+ in About 90%.
2002?
What percentage of home-care patients were 65+? About 80%.
What percentage of hospitalized patients were 65+? About 60%.
What was projected for the 65+ population by 2030? Approximately 71.5 million.
What is happening to the proportion of people over It is projected to double over the next 50 years.
age 60 worldwide?
What demographic trend will increase the middle-old Increased life expectancy combined with the aging baby-boomer population.
population?
What is happening to the U.S. population in terms of The U.S. is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse.
racial and ethnic diversity?
What are major factors contributing to the increase in Declining fertility and improved healthcare/life expectancy.
older adults?
What are benefits of healthy aging? Increased creativity and confidence, improved coping ability, deeper gratitude,
greater self-understanding and acceptance, less reliance on others' approval,
and more opportunities to spend time with family and friends.
