EXAM 1- Ch 11 Health Care of the Older
Adult 2026 update
Chronic conditions, many of which are preventable or treatable, are the major
cause of ________________ and pain among older adults. - correct answer-
Disability
Age-related macular degeneration is the primary cause of vision loss in adults
older than 40 years of age. - correct answer-True
Most Americans 75 years of age and older remain functionally independent
regardless of how they perceive their health. - correct answer-True
The actual percentage of long-term nursing home residents has doubled over the
last 25 years due to increased longevity and management of chronic illnesses. -
correct answer-False
The most common affective or mood disorder of old age is
___________________, often related to chronic illness or pain. - correct answer-
depression
Nursing interventions for _________________ are aimed at promoting patient
function and independence for as long as possible. - correct answer-dementia
Adult 2026 update
Chronic conditions, many of which are preventable or treatable, are the major
cause of ________________ and pain among older adults. - correct answer-
Disability
Age-related macular degeneration is the primary cause of vision loss in adults
older than 40 years of age. - correct answer-True
Most Americans 75 years of age and older remain functionally independent
regardless of how they perceive their health. - correct answer-True
The actual percentage of long-term nursing home residents has doubled over the
last 25 years due to increased longevity and management of chronic illnesses. -
correct answer-False
The most common affective or mood disorder of old age is
___________________, often related to chronic illness or pain. - correct answer-
depression
Nursing interventions for _________________ are aimed at promoting patient
function and independence for as long as possible. - correct answer-dementia
