NURS 252 Gerontology- Chapter 2: Gerontological Nursing Exam Study Guide Solutions

NURS 252 Gerontology- Chapter 2: Gerontological Nursing Exam Study Guide Solutions Which countries are experiencing the most rapid growth in number of older adults? - Ans:- developing countries that lack systems of care and service What are some reasons why gerontological nursing is especially important today? - Ans:-- health in aging requires attention throughout life - 75% of nurses' time is likely to be spent with older adults - eldercare is becoming the fastest growing employment sector in healthcare - very few nurses are certified in geriatrics - older adults may be less able to rely on families for caregiving due to decrease in family sizes, increase in divorce rates, and increase in geographical relocation ©GRACEAMELIA 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024 Page 2/4 Why was early research related to aging distorted? - Ans:-studies focused on older people who were ill and failed to adequately address aging issues; aging was previously seen as a biomedical problem that must be reversed or controlled for as long as possible Describe the current view of research on aging - Ans:-centered on the potential for health, wholeness, and quality of life and the significant contributions of older adults to society Describe the role of Gerontological nurses - Ans:-preserve function, enhance health, and enhance quality of life and dying (ensure a good end to life) NICHE program - Ans:-- Nurses Improving Care for Healt