NUR2214 - Module 03 Quiz
(Nursing Care of Older Adult -
Module 03 Quiz) Questions And
Answers
Course
NUR2214
Question 1
An 82-year-old patient reports needing brighter light to read and having difficulty driving at
night. Which age-related change best explains these findings?
A. Increased retinal sensitivity
B. Decreased pupil size and lens elasticity
C. Increased tear production
D. Enhanced peripheral vision
Correct Answer: B. Decreased pupil size and lens elasticity
Answer Explanation:
Normal aging causes:
Smaller pupils (senile miosis)
Reduced lens elasticity (presbyopia)
Increased sensitivity to glare
Decreased night vision
The nurse should ensure adequate lighting and reduce environmental glare.
Question 2
Which nursing intervention is most effective in reducing fall risk for an older adult hospitalized
after a hip fracture?
A. Encourage the patient to walk without assistance.
B. Keep frequently used items within reach and ensure the call light is accessible.
C. Raise all four side rails at all times.
D. Restrict fluid intake to reduce bathroom trips.
, Correct Answer: B. Keep frequently used items within reach and ensure the call light is
accessible.
Answer Explanation:
Evidence-based fall prevention includes:
Keeping the environment clutter-free
Using nonskid footwear
Ensuring the call light is accessible
Assisting with ambulation
Providing adequate lighting
Raising all four side rails may be considered a restraint in many settings.
Question 3
Which finding is considered a normal age-related cardiovascular change?
A. Increased maximum heart rate
B. Decreased arterial elasticity
C. Increased cardiac output during exercise
D. Increased number of pacemaker cells
Correct Answer: B. Decreased arterial elasticity
Answer Explanation:
Normal cardiovascular aging includes:
Stiffer arteries
Increased systolic blood pressure
Reduced maximum heart rate
Slower cardiovascular response to stress
Question 4
An older adult is admitted with acute confusion that developed over several hours. What should
the nurse suspect first?
(Nursing Care of Older Adult -
Module 03 Quiz) Questions And
Answers
Course
NUR2214
Question 1
An 82-year-old patient reports needing brighter light to read and having difficulty driving at
night. Which age-related change best explains these findings?
A. Increased retinal sensitivity
B. Decreased pupil size and lens elasticity
C. Increased tear production
D. Enhanced peripheral vision
Correct Answer: B. Decreased pupil size and lens elasticity
Answer Explanation:
Normal aging causes:
Smaller pupils (senile miosis)
Reduced lens elasticity (presbyopia)
Increased sensitivity to glare
Decreased night vision
The nurse should ensure adequate lighting and reduce environmental glare.
Question 2
Which nursing intervention is most effective in reducing fall risk for an older adult hospitalized
after a hip fracture?
A. Encourage the patient to walk without assistance.
B. Keep frequently used items within reach and ensure the call light is accessible.
C. Raise all four side rails at all times.
D. Restrict fluid intake to reduce bathroom trips.
, Correct Answer: B. Keep frequently used items within reach and ensure the call light is
accessible.
Answer Explanation:
Evidence-based fall prevention includes:
Keeping the environment clutter-free
Using nonskid footwear
Ensuring the call light is accessible
Assisting with ambulation
Providing adequate lighting
Raising all four side rails may be considered a restraint in many settings.
Question 3
Which finding is considered a normal age-related cardiovascular change?
A. Increased maximum heart rate
B. Decreased arterial elasticity
C. Increased cardiac output during exercise
D. Increased number of pacemaker cells
Correct Answer: B. Decreased arterial elasticity
Answer Explanation:
Normal cardiovascular aging includes:
Stiffer arteries
Increased systolic blood pressure
Reduced maximum heart rate
Slower cardiovascular response to stress
Question 4
An older adult is admitted with acute confusion that developed over several hours. What should
the nurse suspect first?
