Which instruction will a nurse provide an older adult patient to support health-enhancing behavior?
"Install grab bars in the shower."
"Ensure you get at least 30 minutes of sun exposure daily."
"Increase your calcium intake to 1000-1500 mg daily."
"Take over-the-counter medications as needed for pain." - Answer"Increase your calcium intake to
1000-1500 mg daily."
Which adverse outcome is associated with bladder function changes in aging?
Incontinence
Retention
Urine burns
Increased urine output - AnswerIncontinence
Which strategy would a nurse use to decrease relocation stress in an older adult moving into a long-
term care facility?
Suggest care staff is rotated frequently so the patient meets everyone.
Encourage the family to not visit the first week so the patient settles in.
Store patient's personal items so they can have a fresh start.
,Encourage social activity. - AnswerEncourage social activity.
Which physiologic change occurs because of normal aging?
Depression
Impaired short-term memory
Psychosis
Dementia - AnswerImpaired short-term memory
Which patient finding indicates physical abuse of an elder?
Urine burns
Pressure injuries
Burns on the buttocks
Body odor - AnswerBurns on the buttocks
Which age-related change affects medication distribution in older adults?
Increased GI motility
Increased adipose tissue
Decreased creatinine clearance
,Decreased liver size - AnswerIncreased adipose tissue
Which strategy would a nurse use to support safe medication usage and compliance by an older
adult? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
Encourage the use of herbal supplements.
Supply a pill box.
Request easy open bottles from the pharmacy.
Explain medication doses and side effects.
Evaluate the patient's sensory deficits. - AnswerSupply a pill box.
Request easy open bottles from the pharmacy.
Explain medication doses and side effects.
Evaluate the patient's sensory deficits.
Which question would the nurse ask when performing a CAGE assessment for alcohol misuse?
"Have you ever been surprised by the cost of alcohol?"
"Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?"
"Do you use alcohol to have a good time?"
"How early in the day do you start drinking?" - Answer"Have people annoyed you by criticizing your
drinking?"
, Which advice would a nurse offer an older adult with dentition problems?
"Add salt to your food so you eat more."
"Drink a lot of water to stay hydrated."
"Mashed potatoes are a healthy staple that can be eaten at every meal."
"Try eating fruits and cooked vegetables." - Answer"Try eating fruits and cooked vegetables."
Which exercise would a nurse recommend to a homebound, mobility-limited patient?
Walking throughout the house
Lifting small weights
Chair exercises
At home exercise videos - AnswerChair exercises
Which symptom is an indicator of possible elder neglect?
Multiple fractures
Contractures
Clusters of bruises
Dehydration and malnutrition
Hair loss - AnswerContractures
"Install grab bars in the shower."
"Ensure you get at least 30 minutes of sun exposure daily."
"Increase your calcium intake to 1000-1500 mg daily."
"Take over-the-counter medications as needed for pain." - Answer"Increase your calcium intake to
1000-1500 mg daily."
Which adverse outcome is associated with bladder function changes in aging?
Incontinence
Retention
Urine burns
Increased urine output - AnswerIncontinence
Which strategy would a nurse use to decrease relocation stress in an older adult moving into a long-
term care facility?
Suggest care staff is rotated frequently so the patient meets everyone.
Encourage the family to not visit the first week so the patient settles in.
Store patient's personal items so they can have a fresh start.
,Encourage social activity. - AnswerEncourage social activity.
Which physiologic change occurs because of normal aging?
Depression
Impaired short-term memory
Psychosis
Dementia - AnswerImpaired short-term memory
Which patient finding indicates physical abuse of an elder?
Urine burns
Pressure injuries
Burns on the buttocks
Body odor - AnswerBurns on the buttocks
Which age-related change affects medication distribution in older adults?
Increased GI motility
Increased adipose tissue
Decreased creatinine clearance
,Decreased liver size - AnswerIncreased adipose tissue
Which strategy would a nurse use to support safe medication usage and compliance by an older
adult? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
Encourage the use of herbal supplements.
Supply a pill box.
Request easy open bottles from the pharmacy.
Explain medication doses and side effects.
Evaluate the patient's sensory deficits. - AnswerSupply a pill box.
Request easy open bottles from the pharmacy.
Explain medication doses and side effects.
Evaluate the patient's sensory deficits.
Which question would the nurse ask when performing a CAGE assessment for alcohol misuse?
"Have you ever been surprised by the cost of alcohol?"
"Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?"
"Do you use alcohol to have a good time?"
"How early in the day do you start drinking?" - Answer"Have people annoyed you by criticizing your
drinking?"
, Which advice would a nurse offer an older adult with dentition problems?
"Add salt to your food so you eat more."
"Drink a lot of water to stay hydrated."
"Mashed potatoes are a healthy staple that can be eaten at every meal."
"Try eating fruits and cooked vegetables." - Answer"Try eating fruits and cooked vegetables."
Which exercise would a nurse recommend to a homebound, mobility-limited patient?
Walking throughout the house
Lifting small weights
Chair exercises
At home exercise videos - AnswerChair exercises
Which symptom is an indicator of possible elder neglect?
Multiple fractures
Contractures
Clusters of bruises
Dehydration and malnutrition
Hair loss - AnswerContractures
