NURS 304 EXAM 1 Questions with Correct Answers| Latest Update Guaranteed Success
Comorbidity the presence of multiples chronic conditions simultaneously
You see two patients walking into a room and locking the door (about to have intercourse)
What do you do? turn around and walk away
Industrial revolution persons of advanced age left unprotected
The first significant step in improving the lives of older adults was the passage of the Federal
Old Age Insurance Law under the Social Security Act in 1935.
Young-old 60-74
Middle-old 75-84
Old-old 85-100
Centenarians people 100 years old or older
"Asset rich and cash poor" relates to which of the following statements regarding older adults?
A. Net worth of older adults is half the national average of middle-aged adults.
B. Homes are paid for, but there is not enough money available for monthly expenses.
C. The majority of older adults live below the poverty level.
D. problems in the older adult population are due to the level of debt. B. Homes are paid
for, but there is not enough money available for monthly expenses.
Median net worth of older households is nearly twice the national average because of the high
prevalence of home ownership, but many older adults are "asset rich and cash poor"−they live
,in a house that has appreciated in value over the years, but they barely have sufficient monthly
income to meet basic expenses.
Leading chronic conditions arthritis, hypertension, hearing issues, heart conditions, visual
impairments, orthopedic issues, diabetes, sinusitis, allergies, and varicose veins.
True or False? Chronic disorders most prevalent in the older adult population are ones that can
have a significant impact on independence and the quality of life. True. Chronic illness is a
major problem for the older population and results in limitations in ADLs, IADLs, and quality of
life.
Ethnogeriatrics The effects of ethnicity and culture on the health and well-being of older
adults
True or False? An understanding of cultural and ethnic differences can help erase the
stereotypes and biases that can interfere with effective care and assist in the demonstration of
an appreciation for the unique characteristics of each individual True. The growing diversity
of the older population presents challenges for gerontological nursing in providing culturally
competent care. Essential to the provision of culturally competent care is an understanding of
cultural and ethnic differences to help erase stereotypes.
True or False? There is a lower life expectancy of Black Americans; however, once a black
individual reaches the seventh decade of life, survival begins to equal that of a similarly aged
white person. True. After reaching the seventh decade of life, black older adults can hope to
enjoy a life expectancy equal to that of their white counterparts.
Which statement best describes a belief held by most Jewish Americans?
A. Life-sustaining or support measures are denied.
B. Sundown Saturday to sundown Sunday is the practiced day of Sabbath.
C. An autopsy is usually opposed.
D. Modern medical care is discouraged. C. An autopsy is usually opposed.
, True or False? One powerful means to improve nursing care for individuals of different cultures
is to learn about cultural influences by asking patients to describe their life stories. True.
Nurses will be more able to convey sensitivity and caring when they try to recognize and
support patients' ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Durable power of attorney Allows competent individuals to appoint someone to make
decisions on their behalf in the event that they become incompetent
Malpractice deviation from standard of care
Negligence failure to conform to the standard of care
Public laws Scope of nursing practice, Requirements for licensure, governs relationships
between individuals and/or organizations
Private laws Individual rights, Standards of conduct, governs relationships between private
parties and the government
Situations that may increase the risk of liability - Working with insufficient resources
- Not following agency policies and procedures
- Bending rules
- Taking shortcuts
- Working when physically/emotionally exhausted
Conditions that warrant malpractice Duty
Negligence
Injury
Comorbidity the presence of multiples chronic conditions simultaneously
You see two patients walking into a room and locking the door (about to have intercourse)
What do you do? turn around and walk away
Industrial revolution persons of advanced age left unprotected
The first significant step in improving the lives of older adults was the passage of the Federal
Old Age Insurance Law under the Social Security Act in 1935.
Young-old 60-74
Middle-old 75-84
Old-old 85-100
Centenarians people 100 years old or older
"Asset rich and cash poor" relates to which of the following statements regarding older adults?
A. Net worth of older adults is half the national average of middle-aged adults.
B. Homes are paid for, but there is not enough money available for monthly expenses.
C. The majority of older adults live below the poverty level.
D. problems in the older adult population are due to the level of debt. B. Homes are paid
for, but there is not enough money available for monthly expenses.
Median net worth of older households is nearly twice the national average because of the high
prevalence of home ownership, but many older adults are "asset rich and cash poor"−they live
,in a house that has appreciated in value over the years, but they barely have sufficient monthly
income to meet basic expenses.
Leading chronic conditions arthritis, hypertension, hearing issues, heart conditions, visual
impairments, orthopedic issues, diabetes, sinusitis, allergies, and varicose veins.
True or False? Chronic disorders most prevalent in the older adult population are ones that can
have a significant impact on independence and the quality of life. True. Chronic illness is a
major problem for the older population and results in limitations in ADLs, IADLs, and quality of
life.
Ethnogeriatrics The effects of ethnicity and culture on the health and well-being of older
adults
True or False? An understanding of cultural and ethnic differences can help erase the
stereotypes and biases that can interfere with effective care and assist in the demonstration of
an appreciation for the unique characteristics of each individual True. The growing diversity
of the older population presents challenges for gerontological nursing in providing culturally
competent care. Essential to the provision of culturally competent care is an understanding of
cultural and ethnic differences to help erase stereotypes.
True or False? There is a lower life expectancy of Black Americans; however, once a black
individual reaches the seventh decade of life, survival begins to equal that of a similarly aged
white person. True. After reaching the seventh decade of life, black older adults can hope to
enjoy a life expectancy equal to that of their white counterparts.
Which statement best describes a belief held by most Jewish Americans?
A. Life-sustaining or support measures are denied.
B. Sundown Saturday to sundown Sunday is the practiced day of Sabbath.
C. An autopsy is usually opposed.
D. Modern medical care is discouraged. C. An autopsy is usually opposed.
, True or False? One powerful means to improve nursing care for individuals of different cultures
is to learn about cultural influences by asking patients to describe their life stories. True.
Nurses will be more able to convey sensitivity and caring when they try to recognize and
support patients' ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Durable power of attorney Allows competent individuals to appoint someone to make
decisions on their behalf in the event that they become incompetent
Malpractice deviation from standard of care
Negligence failure to conform to the standard of care
Public laws Scope of nursing practice, Requirements for licensure, governs relationships
between individuals and/or organizations
Private laws Individual rights, Standards of conduct, governs relationships between private
parties and the government
Situations that may increase the risk of liability - Working with insufficient resources
- Not following agency policies and procedures
- Bending rules
- Taking shortcuts
- Working when physically/emotionally exhausted
Conditions that warrant malpractice Duty
Negligence
Injury
