Nursing 301 Exam (all correct answers)

Young Adult (20-35) correct answers -growth has peaked around age 20 -memory peaks in 20s -critical thinking increases -intimacy vs isolation -adult commitments and responsibilities (occupation) Young Adult (Self Concept) correct answers -avoidance of substance use disorders -family formation -social interactions -ethical behavior -at risk for alterations in health due to risky behavior Middle Adult (36-65) correct answers -Changes in physical appearance and ability ( visual/ auditory,respiratory) -memory and stored knowledge intact -slight decline in processing/reaction time -generativity vs stagnation -strong concern for others Middle Adult ( Self Concept) correct answers -menopause -sexuality -job performance/support -marital changes -at risk for alteration in health Purpose of Health Teaching correct answers -promote,maintain and restore client health (essential) -support informed decision making and self care preventive meds -promote adherence to the plan of care ( to save cost of future care and longer hospital stays and promote early discharge) Adherence Factors correct answers -demographic values -illness variable (severity) -therapeutic regimen variables (side effects uncomfortable) -psychosocial variables-support system -financial variables -motivation (If in pain, do not educate at that time*) Gerontological Considerations correct answers -numeros chronic illnesses/meds -medication sensitivity -inadequate support systems