ASU NUR 353 DEV EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | ASU NUR 353 DEV EXAM 2 STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
1 of 140
Term
What are some immunizations for the older adult?
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-Protect cast from water and urine (even if waterproof)
-Plaster cast initial care: wet plaster cast handle with palm of hand, turn every 2
hours during drying, do not assist with drying- it will dry the outside and leave the
inside moist potentiated mold growth
-Cast should be elevated above heart level for the first 24-48hrs to reduce swelling
-Assess cast for hollow sound, odor, drainage, & hot spots as sign of infection
-Do not lift cast or patient with cross bar
-Do not use baby powder with cast, good medium for bacterial growth
-Pain
-Pressure
-Parasthesia
-Pallor
, -Paralysis
-Pulselessness
-Pneumococcal every 5 yrs
-Influenza annually
-COVID annually
-Decreased peristalsis
-Decreased fluid intake
-Constipation, increased risk of fecal impaction
Don't know?
2 of 140
Term
What are some concerns with elimination for the older adult?
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SUBJECTIVE:
-Past medical history: trauma, bone or systemic diseases, immobility, osteopenia,
osteoporosis
-Medications
-Surgery/treatments
-Estrogen replacement therapy
-Calcium supplements
-Loss of motion or weakness of affected limb
-Muscle spasms
-Pain, numbness, tingling, loss of sensation
, -Environmental hazards
-Limited ability in ADLs
-Falls: leading cause of illness and mortality (simplify environment, non-slip mats,
use night lights, safety railing, remove extension cords from walkways)
-Medication usage
-Driving (vision impairments, slower reaction time, air bags)
-Localized pain
-Decreased function
-Inability to bear weight or use
-Generalized swelling
-Guard against movement
-May or may not observe deformity
-Decreased peristalsis
-Constipation: increase fiber, increase fluids (dehydration due to decreased
thirst), increase exercise (lack of movement)
-Urinary incontinence: educate about lifestyle modifications, kegel exercises,
bladder program, disposable pads, prostate hypertrophy in men, high risk
kidney stones, high risk UTI
Don't know?
3 of 140
Term
What is the cause of DDH?
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, -Cause is unknown, believed to
-cause is believed to be a genetic
be congenital or trauma
mutation only
induced
-cause is known to be a bacterial -cause is solely due to improper
infection feeding techniques
Don't know?
4 of 140
Term
What are some psychosocial changes in the middle adulthood?
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-Generativity vs stagnation
-Midlife crisis (time of reassessment, turmoil and change)
-Contribute to the wellbeing of the next generation
-Opportunity for creativity and productivity
-Career transition (long work hours or more than one job)
-Sexuality changes (may decrease)
-Family events: singlehood, marital changes, death of spouse, family transitions
(empty nest), sandwich generation
-Recovery from illness/injury may take longer
-Chronic illnesses affect roles/responsibilities
-Assess for depression
-Assess functional ability and fall risk
-Assess coping mechanisms of patient and family
-Assess adherance to treatment and rehabilitation regimens
-Assess need for community/social services and give appropriate referrals
ANSWERS | ASU NUR 353 DEV EXAM 2 STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
1 of 140
Term
What are some immunizations for the older adult?
Give this one a try later!
-Protect cast from water and urine (even if waterproof)
-Plaster cast initial care: wet plaster cast handle with palm of hand, turn every 2
hours during drying, do not assist with drying- it will dry the outside and leave the
inside moist potentiated mold growth
-Cast should be elevated above heart level for the first 24-48hrs to reduce swelling
-Assess cast for hollow sound, odor, drainage, & hot spots as sign of infection
-Do not lift cast or patient with cross bar
-Do not use baby powder with cast, good medium for bacterial growth
-Pain
-Pressure
-Parasthesia
-Pallor
, -Paralysis
-Pulselessness
-Pneumococcal every 5 yrs
-Influenza annually
-COVID annually
-Decreased peristalsis
-Decreased fluid intake
-Constipation, increased risk of fecal impaction
Don't know?
2 of 140
Term
What are some concerns with elimination for the older adult?
Give this one a try later!
SUBJECTIVE:
-Past medical history: trauma, bone or systemic diseases, immobility, osteopenia,
osteoporosis
-Medications
-Surgery/treatments
-Estrogen replacement therapy
-Calcium supplements
-Loss of motion or weakness of affected limb
-Muscle spasms
-Pain, numbness, tingling, loss of sensation
, -Environmental hazards
-Limited ability in ADLs
-Falls: leading cause of illness and mortality (simplify environment, non-slip mats,
use night lights, safety railing, remove extension cords from walkways)
-Medication usage
-Driving (vision impairments, slower reaction time, air bags)
-Localized pain
-Decreased function
-Inability to bear weight or use
-Generalized swelling
-Guard against movement
-May or may not observe deformity
-Decreased peristalsis
-Constipation: increase fiber, increase fluids (dehydration due to decreased
thirst), increase exercise (lack of movement)
-Urinary incontinence: educate about lifestyle modifications, kegel exercises,
bladder program, disposable pads, prostate hypertrophy in men, high risk
kidney stones, high risk UTI
Don't know?
3 of 140
Term
What is the cause of DDH?
Give this one a try later!
, -Cause is unknown, believed to
-cause is believed to be a genetic
be congenital or trauma
mutation only
induced
-cause is known to be a bacterial -cause is solely due to improper
infection feeding techniques
Don't know?
4 of 140
Term
What are some psychosocial changes in the middle adulthood?
Give this one a try later!
-Generativity vs stagnation
-Midlife crisis (time of reassessment, turmoil and change)
-Contribute to the wellbeing of the next generation
-Opportunity for creativity and productivity
-Career transition (long work hours or more than one job)
-Sexuality changes (may decrease)
-Family events: singlehood, marital changes, death of spouse, family transitions
(empty nest), sandwich generation
-Recovery from illness/injury may take longer
-Chronic illnesses affect roles/responsibilities
-Assess for depression
-Assess functional ability and fall risk
-Assess coping mechanisms of patient and family
-Assess adherance to treatment and rehabilitation regimens
-Assess need for community/social services and give appropriate referrals
