NURS 1230 Exam 1 Study Guide UPDATED
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Abandonment - CORRECT ANSWER - When a healthcare provider terminates care
without reasonable notice.
Abnormal - CORRECT ANSWER - Open sores, purpura, pressure ulcers.
Advance Directive - CORRECT ANSWER - Legal document outlining patient wishes for
care if unable to communicate.
Age-related Caloric Intake - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased due to lower activity.
Age-related Changes - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased bone density, muscle mass.
Age-related Changes - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased elasticity, less gas exchange.
Ageism - CORRECT ANSWER - Discrimination based on age.
Alzheimer's Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Memory loss, confusion, progressive.
Aspiration - CORRECT ANSWER - Inhaling food/liquid into lungs.
Aspiration Pneumonia - CORRECT ANSWER - Pneumonia from inhaled material.
Assisted Living Residence - CORRECT ANSWER - Supportive services in a residential
setting.
, Basal Metabolic Rate - CORRECT ANSWER - Slows with age.
Blepharitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Eyelid inflammation.
BMI - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicator of nutritional status.
Bronchitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Inflammation of bronchial tubes.
Cataracts - CORRECT ANSWER - Cloudy lens.
COPD - CORRECT ANSWER - Includes bronchitis and emphysema.
Coronary Artery Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Plaque buildup - angina or MI.
Coronary Valve Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Valve dysfunction (stenosis or
regurgitation).
Diplopia - CORRECT ANSWER - Double vision.
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) - CORRECT ANSWER - Medical order to withhold CPR.
Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) - CORRECT ANSWER - Appoints someone to make
healthcare decisions.
Elder Abuse Signs - CORRECT ANSWER - Bruises, weight loss, fearfulness.
Elderly Caloric Intake Average - CORRECT ANSWER - Approximately 1600 - 2200
kcal/day depending on activity.
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Abandonment - CORRECT ANSWER - When a healthcare provider terminates care
without reasonable notice.
Abnormal - CORRECT ANSWER - Open sores, purpura, pressure ulcers.
Advance Directive - CORRECT ANSWER - Legal document outlining patient wishes for
care if unable to communicate.
Age-related Caloric Intake - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased due to lower activity.
Age-related Changes - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased bone density, muscle mass.
Age-related Changes - CORRECT ANSWER - Decreased elasticity, less gas exchange.
Ageism - CORRECT ANSWER - Discrimination based on age.
Alzheimer's Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Memory loss, confusion, progressive.
Aspiration - CORRECT ANSWER - Inhaling food/liquid into lungs.
Aspiration Pneumonia - CORRECT ANSWER - Pneumonia from inhaled material.
Assisted Living Residence - CORRECT ANSWER - Supportive services in a residential
setting.
, Basal Metabolic Rate - CORRECT ANSWER - Slows with age.
Blepharitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Eyelid inflammation.
BMI - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicator of nutritional status.
Bronchitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Inflammation of bronchial tubes.
Cataracts - CORRECT ANSWER - Cloudy lens.
COPD - CORRECT ANSWER - Includes bronchitis and emphysema.
Coronary Artery Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Plaque buildup - angina or MI.
Coronary Valve Disease - CORRECT ANSWER - Valve dysfunction (stenosis or
regurgitation).
Diplopia - CORRECT ANSWER - Double vision.
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) - CORRECT ANSWER - Medical order to withhold CPR.
Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) - CORRECT ANSWER - Appoints someone to make
healthcare decisions.
Elder Abuse Signs - CORRECT ANSWER - Bruises, weight loss, fearfulness.
Elderly Caloric Intake Average - CORRECT ANSWER - Approximately 1600 - 2200
kcal/day depending on activity.
