Older Adult Exam Questions With Correct
Answers
A nurse is planning to write a grant for a health promotion project in the community. Which of
considerations should the nurse make when determining the appropriate population for this
project? - answer✔✔D. The fastest growing population is non-White older adults age 65 and
older.
Which of the following statements made by a client best identifies someone who would benefit
from health promotion interventions? - answer✔✔A. "I have a new grandchild and want to be
part of her life."
Which of the following statements concerning nutrition and older adults is true? - answer✔✔D.
Many older adults are not aware of food assistance programs.
Which of the following statements concerning urinary incontinence is correct? - answer✔✔C.
Functional incontinence occurs is associated with environmental barriers.
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is a priority related to the problem of urinary
incontinence? - answer✔✔B. Risk for impaired skin integrity
A 75-year-old man tells the nurse that he has difficulty staying asleep during the night. Which of
the following responses should be made by the nurse? - answer✔✔D. "Let's talk about your
sleep schedule and things that may prevent you from getting a restful night's sleep."
A nurse is conducting a community education program about cognition in older adults. Which of
the following information should be included? - answer✔✔C. Assessment for dementia should
be part of routine physical exams.
A nurse has recently accepted the position of unit nurse manager on a long-term care unit. Which
of the following directives should the nurse give to the staff nurses? - answer✔✔A. Encourage
residents to participate in unit activities such as Scrabble™ and bingo.
A nurse is assisting with development of menu items at a long-term care facility. Which of the
following menus would the nurse most likely recommend? - answer✔✔D. Turkey bacon, lettuce,
and tomato sandwich on whole wheat bread with two teaspoons of low-fat mayonnaise, 10
vegetable chips, and ice tea with artificial sweetener