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Champion Geriatric Excellence: Test Bank for Gerontological Nursing, 10th Edition
Elevate your gerontological nursing acumen with the Test Bank for Gerontological
Nursing, 10th Edition by Charlotte Eliopoulos, PhD, RN, ND. This powerhouse features
over 1,000 NCLEX®-style multiple-choice, true/false, and scenario-based questions
across 25 chapters in 5 units, with in-depth rationales, answer keys, and evidence-based
references. Immerse in core areas like the aging experience, foundational concepts,
health promotion, chronic illness management, and end-of-life care—updated for 2025
with insights on dementia innovations, social isolation post-pandemic, health equity, and
aging-in-place technologies.
Aligned with ANA gerontology standards, it's perfect for BSN/MSN students, CGNS
certification prep, or long-term care professionals, sharpening holistic assessment, ethical
advocacy, and family-centered interventions through real-world vignettes on frailty and
polypharmacy. Simulate exams, close knowledge gaps, and foster compassionate,
proactive care for diverse older adults.
Instantly downloadable on Stuvia, ignite your expertise today. Nurture vitality in aging—
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Test Bank for Gerontological Nursing 10th Edition by Eliopoulos
Chapter 1 The Aging Population Correct Answers
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MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged
refers to persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
The term aged refers to persons who are 75 to 84 years of age.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2, Table 1-1 OBJ: 1
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TOP: Age Categories KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
3. The nurse cautions that ageism is a mindset that influences persons to:
a. discriminate against persons solely on the basis of age.
b. fear aging.
c. be culturally sensitive to concerns of aging.
d. focus on resources for the older adult.
ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons solely
on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 5 OBJ: 3
NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
TOP: Ageism KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC:
4. The nurse points out that the most beneficial legislation that has influenced health care for the
older adult is:
a. Medicare and Medicaid.
b. elimination of the mandatory retirement age.
c. the Americans with Disabilities Act.
d. the Drug Benefit Program.
ANS: A
The broadest sweeping legislation beneficial to the older adult is Medicare and Medicaid.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Legislation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
5. The nurse clarifies that a housing option for the older adult that offers the privacy of an
apartment with restaurant-style meals and some medical and personal care services is the:
a. government-subsidized housing.
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b. long-term care facility.
c. assisted-living center.
d. group housing plan.
ANS: C
Assisted-living arrangements offer the privacy of an apartment or condominium with meals
prepared and served, limited medical care, and a variety of personal services.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 14 OBJ: 9
TOP: Housing Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
6. The 75-year-old man who has been hospitalized following a severe case of pneumonia is
concerned about his mounting hospital bill and asks if his Medicare coverage will pay for his
care. The nurses most helpful response is Yes. Medicare:
a. pays 100% of all medical costs for persons older than 65.
b. Part B pays hospital costs and physician fees.
c. Part A pays for inpatient hospital costs.
d. Part D pays 80% of the charges made by physicians.
ANS: C
Medicare Part A pays inpatient hospital costs, Part B pays 80% of physicians charges, and Part D
helps defray prescription drug costs.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Medicare Provisions KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
7. The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents
are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. The nurses most informative
response is:
a. Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient.
b. A Do Not Resuscitate document signed by the patient transfers authority to the next of kin.
c. A durable power of attorney for health care transfers decision-making authority for health
care to a designated person.
TesT Bank
Champion Geriatric Excellence: Test Bank for Gerontological Nursing, 10th Edition
Elevate your gerontological nursing acumen with the Test Bank for Gerontological
Nursing, 10th Edition by Charlotte Eliopoulos, PhD, RN, ND. This powerhouse features
over 1,000 NCLEX®-style multiple-choice, true/false, and scenario-based questions
across 25 chapters in 5 units, with in-depth rationales, answer keys, and evidence-based
references. Immerse in core areas like the aging experience, foundational concepts,
health promotion, chronic illness management, and end-of-life care—updated for 2025
with insights on dementia innovations, social isolation post-pandemic, health equity, and
aging-in-place technologies.
Aligned with ANA gerontology standards, it's perfect for BSN/MSN students, CGNS
certification prep, or long-term care professionals, sharpening holistic assessment, ethical
advocacy, and family-centered interventions through real-world vignettes on frailty and
polypharmacy. Simulate exams, close knowledge gaps, and foster compassionate,
proactive care for diverse older adults.
Instantly downloadable on Stuvia, ignite your expertise today. Nurture vitality in aging—
your pivotal role in elder wellness begins now!
, lOMoARcPSD|32744169
Test Bank For Gerontological Nursing 10th Edition
Test Bank for Gerontological Nursing 10th Edition by Eliopoulos
Chapter 1 The Aging Population Correct Answers
Test Bank
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult
because:
a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. complications from disease increased mortality.
c. older adults needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped people
live longer.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
2. The nurse clarifies that in the terminology defining specific age groups, the term aged
refers to persons who are:
a. 55 to 64 years of age.
b. 65 to 74 years of age.
c. 75 to 84 years of age.
d. 85 and older.
ANS: C
The term aged refers to persons who are 75 to 84 years of age.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2, Table 1-1 OBJ: 1
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TOP: Age Categories KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
3. The nurse cautions that ageism is a mindset that influences persons to:
a. discriminate against persons solely on the basis of age.
b. fear aging.
c. be culturally sensitive to concerns of aging.
d. focus on resources for the older adult.
ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons solely
on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 5 OBJ: 3
NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
TOP: Ageism KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC:
4. The nurse points out that the most beneficial legislation that has influenced health care for the
older adult is:
a. Medicare and Medicaid.
b. elimination of the mandatory retirement age.
c. the Americans with Disabilities Act.
d. the Drug Benefit Program.
ANS: A
The broadest sweeping legislation beneficial to the older adult is Medicare and Medicaid.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Legislation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: N/A
5. The nurse clarifies that a housing option for the older adult that offers the privacy of an
apartment with restaurant-style meals and some medical and personal care services is the:
a. government-subsidized housing.
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b. long-term care facility.
c. assisted-living center.
d. group housing plan.
ANS: C
Assisted-living arrangements offer the privacy of an apartment or condominium with meals
prepared and served, limited medical care, and a variety of personal services.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 14 OBJ: 9
TOP: Housing Options KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
6. The 75-year-old man who has been hospitalized following a severe case of pneumonia is
concerned about his mounting hospital bill and asks if his Medicare coverage will pay for his
care. The nurses most helpful response is Yes. Medicare:
a. pays 100% of all medical costs for persons older than 65.
b. Part B pays hospital costs and physician fees.
c. Part A pays for inpatient hospital costs.
d. Part D pays 80% of the charges made by physicians.
ANS: C
Medicare Part A pays inpatient hospital costs, Part B pays 80% of physicians charges, and Part D
helps defray prescription drug costs.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 16 OBJ: 6
TOP: Medicare Provisions KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
7. The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents
are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. The nurses most informative
response is:
a. Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient.
b. A Do Not Resuscitate document signed by the patient transfers authority to the next of kin.
c. A durable power of attorney for health care transfers decision-making authority for health
care to a designated person.
