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NR 601 Midterm Exam
Chapter 1: Principles of Primary Care of Older Adults
Which one of the following is most true about the rule of fourths?
What used to be called normal aging can be largely explained by
processes that are not normal.
Which one of the following is most true about aging changes?
Stage 3 and 4 sleep decreases.
An old woman who is cared for by attentive, cautious, concerned family is
particularly likely to suffer from which one of the following complications
after an episode of gastroenteritis?
Immobility related to overconcern
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Which one of the following is most true about psychological aging?
Ageism can lead to isolation and depression.
Of the following conditions, which one is most common and most often
preventable?
Iatrogenic disease
Based on current demographic data, which statement identifies a
predictive trend regarding the health care needs of society?
More nursing services will be required to serve the needs of the
population 85 years of age and older
An older adult client shares with the nurse that, "I don't know what
it is but it seems that I need more light for reading or even
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watching television as I get older." The nurse explains that aging
may cause this change due to the:
Slower ability of the pupil to adjust to changes in lighting
Chapter 3: Geriatric Assessment
An 86-year-old male who lives in an assisted living facility is at the clinic.
He has a history of hypertension and manages his own medications. He
admits he takes them sometimes. After speaking to him, you find it unclear
if he understands the questions and discussions. Which of the following
evidences that the patient has adequate health literacy?
He knows the names and doses of his medications and can explain why he
takes them.
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You are performing a geriatric assessment on an 82-year-old female. At the
end of the visit, which of the following would require top priority over the
others?
The death of the patient's caregiver
Ms. M's family has noticed memory loss for the past 6 months. She
continues to drive but recently had a fender bender and was caught
speeding on a 35-mph road. She insists that she is safe and needs to drive
to church and for shopping. What is the best next step?
Get a driving evaluation.
The following are true statements about bipolar disorders in older
adults except
Bipolar disorder is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric
disorder in older adults.
Chapter 5: Wellness and Prevention
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NR 601 Midterm Exam
Chapter 1: Principles of Primary Care of Older Adults
Which one of the following is most true about the rule of fourths?
What used to be called normal aging can be largely explained by
processes that are not normal.
Which one of the following is most true about aging changes?
Stage 3 and 4 sleep decreases.
An old woman who is cared for by attentive, cautious, concerned family is
particularly likely to suffer from which one of the following complications
after an episode of gastroenteritis?
Immobility related to overconcern
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Which one of the following is most true about psychological aging?
Ageism can lead to isolation and depression.
Of the following conditions, which one is most common and most often
preventable?
Iatrogenic disease
Based on current demographic data, which statement identifies a
predictive trend regarding the health care needs of society?
More nursing services will be required to serve the needs of the
population 85 years of age and older
An older adult client shares with the nurse that, "I don't know what
it is but it seems that I need more light for reading or even
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watching television as I get older." The nurse explains that aging
may cause this change due to the:
Slower ability of the pupil to adjust to changes in lighting
Chapter 3: Geriatric Assessment
An 86-year-old male who lives in an assisted living facility is at the clinic.
He has a history of hypertension and manages his own medications. He
admits he takes them sometimes. After speaking to him, you find it unclear
if he understands the questions and discussions. Which of the following
evidences that the patient has adequate health literacy?
He knows the names and doses of his medications and can explain why he
takes them.
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You are performing a geriatric assessment on an 82-year-old female. At the
end of the visit, which of the following would require top priority over the
others?
The death of the patient's caregiver
Ms. M's family has noticed memory loss for the past 6 months. She
continues to drive but recently had a fender bender and was caught
speeding on a 35-mph road. She insists that she is safe and needs to drive
to church and for shopping. What is the best next step?
Get a driving evaluation.
The following are true statements about bipolar disorders in older
adults except
Bipolar disorder is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric
disorder in older adults.
Chapter 5: Wellness and Prevention
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