Excel in Gerontological Nursing with Miller’s 9th Edition Q&A Test Bank
1 Introduction
This full Q&A test bank for Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 9th Edition by Carol A. Miller is a vital resource for
nursing students aiming to excel in gerontological nursing exams. Covering Chapters 1–29, it provides advanced, NCLEX-
aligned multiple-choice questions with verified answers and detailed rationales, emphasizing Functional Consequences
Theory, wellness-oriented care, and evidence-based practice. Verified as of June 1, 2025, at 01:16 PM EAT, this test bank
enhances clinical judgment and critical thinking. The sample below includes 10 new, complex questions from Chapters
6, 8, 15, and 29; the complete test bank is available through academic resources (ISBN: 9781975179137).
2 Test Bank Overview
2.1 Structure
• Chapters Covered: 1–29, addressing wellness, aging theories, assessments, and physiological/psychosocial care.
• Question Type: Multiple-choice with four options, verified answers, detailed rationales, and precise textbook references.
• Focus: Clinical reasoning, cultural competence, chronic condition management, and ethical practice.
• Application: Exam preparation, NCLEX-RN review, and advanced academic study.
2.2 Key Topics
• Wellness and aging (Ch. 1–3) • Elder abuse (Ch. 10)
• Cultural diversity (Ch. 4) • Cognitive/psychosocial health (Ch. 11–15)
• Gerontological nursing (Ch. 5) • Sensory functions (Ch. 16–17)
• Healthcare settings (Ch. 6) • Nutrition, urinary, cardiovascular (Ch. 18–20)
• Health assessments (Ch. 7) • Mobility, skin, sleep (Ch. 22–24)
• Medications (Ch. 8) • Illness, pain, end-of-life care (Ch. 27–29)
• Legal/ethical concerns (Ch. 9)
3 Sample Test Bank Questions
3.1 Chapter 6: Healthcare Systems and Settings
3.1.1 Question 6.1 (4 marks) 3.1.1 Question 6.3 (5 marks)
A nurse coordinates care for an older adult transitioning A nurse evaluates the suitability of an assisted living facility
from hospital to home. Which action most effectively en- for an older adult. Which feature is most critical to ensure
sures continuity of care? safety?
a. Skip discharge planning a. Lack of emergency response systems
b. Develop a comprehensive discharge plan b. Presence of 24-hour staffing
c. Avoid communication with home care services c. Unsecured entry points
d. Ignore medication reconciliation d. Absence of fall prevention measures
Answer: b Answer: b
Rationale: A comprehensive discharge plan, including med- Rationale: 24-hour staffing ensures safety in 25Difficulty:
ication lists and follow-up appointments, ensures continuity Evaluating (Evaluation)
in 30Difficulty: Applying (Application) Objective: 6-3, Safe and Effective Care Environment
Objective: 6-1, Safe and Effective Care Environment
3.1.2 Question 6.2 (5 marks)
An older adult is admitted to a long-term care facility. Which
nursing intervention most effectively promotes adjustment
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1 Introduction
This full Q&A test bank for Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 9th Edition by Carol A. Miller is a vital resource for
nursing students aiming to excel in gerontological nursing exams. Covering Chapters 1–29, it provides advanced, NCLEX-
aligned multiple-choice questions with verified answers and detailed rationales, emphasizing Functional Consequences
Theory, wellness-oriented care, and evidence-based practice. Verified as of June 1, 2025, at 01:16 PM EAT, this test bank
enhances clinical judgment and critical thinking. The sample below includes 10 new, complex questions from Chapters
6, 8, 15, and 29; the complete test bank is available through academic resources (ISBN: 9781975179137).
2 Test Bank Overview
2.1 Structure
• Chapters Covered: 1–29, addressing wellness, aging theories, assessments, and physiological/psychosocial care.
• Question Type: Multiple-choice with four options, verified answers, detailed rationales, and precise textbook references.
• Focus: Clinical reasoning, cultural competence, chronic condition management, and ethical practice.
• Application: Exam preparation, NCLEX-RN review, and advanced academic study.
2.2 Key Topics
• Wellness and aging (Ch. 1–3) • Elder abuse (Ch. 10)
• Cultural diversity (Ch. 4) • Cognitive/psychosocial health (Ch. 11–15)
• Gerontological nursing (Ch. 5) • Sensory functions (Ch. 16–17)
• Healthcare settings (Ch. 6) • Nutrition, urinary, cardiovascular (Ch. 18–20)
• Health assessments (Ch. 7) • Mobility, skin, sleep (Ch. 22–24)
• Medications (Ch. 8) • Illness, pain, end-of-life care (Ch. 27–29)
• Legal/ethical concerns (Ch. 9)
3 Sample Test Bank Questions
3.1 Chapter 6: Healthcare Systems and Settings
3.1.1 Question 6.1 (4 marks) 3.1.1 Question 6.3 (5 marks)
A nurse coordinates care for an older adult transitioning A nurse evaluates the suitability of an assisted living facility
from hospital to home. Which action most effectively en- for an older adult. Which feature is most critical to ensure
sures continuity of care? safety?
a. Skip discharge planning a. Lack of emergency response systems
b. Develop a comprehensive discharge plan b. Presence of 24-hour staffing
c. Avoid communication with home care services c. Unsecured entry points
d. Ignore medication reconciliation d. Absence of fall prevention measures
Answer: b Answer: b
Rationale: A comprehensive discharge plan, including med- Rationale: 24-hour staffing ensures safety in 25Difficulty:
ication lists and follow-up appointments, ensures continuity Evaluating (Evaluation)
in 30Difficulty: Applying (Application) Objective: 6-3, Safe and Effective Care Environment
Objective: 6-1, Safe and Effective Care Environment
3.1.2 Question 6.2 (5 marks)
An older adult is admitted to a long-term care facility. Which
nursing intervention most effectively promotes adjustment
1
