NUR 121 Exam 3 (100% Verified)

When does the young adult complete physical growth? correct answers age 20 Between what ages does the young adult refine self-perception and ability for intimacy? correct answers 23 to 28 Between what ages does the young adult direct enormous energy toward achievement and mastery of the surrounding world? correct answers 29 to 34 Between what ages for the young adult is a time of vigorous examination of life goals and relationships correct answers 35 to 43 What type of assessment helps nurses and patients identify habits that increase the risk for cardiac, malignant, pulmonary, renal, or other chronic diseases? correct answers personal lifestyle assessment When a person has a visual impairment, what are some important communication techniques? correct answers - Sit or stand at eye level, in front of the patient in full view - Face the older adult while speaking, do not cover your mouth - Provide diffuse, bright, nonglare lighting - Encourage the older adult to use his or her familiar assistive devices such as glasses or magnifiers Early indicators of an acute illness in older adults correct answers - changes in mental status - occurrence and reason for falls - dehydration - decrease in appetite, - loss of function, - dizziness - incontinence Perception of well being defines what? correct answers quality of life with aging the skin loses what? correct answers moisture and resilience -The facial features of the older adult may become more pronounced from loss of what? correct answers subcutaneous fat and skin elasticity. What are common vocal changes in the older adult? correct answers a rise in pitch and a loss of power and range Facial features in the older adult appear asymmetrical because of? correct answers missing teeth or improperly fitting dentures What happens to visual acuity as we age? correct answers it declines