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NUR 397 Week 2 Quiz: Theories of Aging & Care of the Geriatric Patient

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This quiz assesses understanding of foundational theories related to aging and the application of the nursing process in caring for older adults. It covers normal age-related physiological and psychosocial changes, key theories of aging (such as Disengagement Theory), and common geriatric syndromes. Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of nursing interventions for age-related changes, the principles of health promotion in the elderly, and the identification and reporting of elder abuse and neglect . The quiz emphasizes evidence-based, patient-centered care within the context of promoting independence and quality of life.

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NUR 397 Week 1 Quiz

Communication strategies for elders with hearing impairment include:




speaking at the elder's level.

The life story is constructed through all of the following except:




reading.

The FAST tool is an assessment tool to gauge:
Alzheimer's




Dressing, bathing, toileting, and feeding are examples of what?
ADLs

Most laboratory findings and their meanings are the same for:
older adults and younger adults.

An indicator of cardiac events and inflammation is:
CRP.
Drugs and their metabolites are excreted primarily through:

Kidneys

Which drug class is most likely to mimic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease?
Antipsychotics

The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey indicates that the highest use of herbals and
supplements were among:



White Caucasians.

Which is chemically equivalent to the statins?
Red yeast rice


Which component is an important part of sexual health?
Personal and social behaviors in agreement with gender identity

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