NUR 163 EXAM 2 UPDATED ACTUAL
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Question 1.
Stress
ANSWER
A psychological and physical response that can occur in various situations.
Question 2.
Risk for fluid imbalance
ANSWER
very young/old, decreased/increased intake, environment , fever, immobile, GI loss,
Therapies, Severely ill, Trauma
Question 3.
Common condition leading to decreased mobility
ANSWER
Back pain is the most common condition affecting mobility in older adults.
,Question 4.
Top Priority Patients
ANSWER
chest pain
Question 5.
Effective coping
ANSWER
skills that reduce tension and do not create more problems for an individual
Question 6.
Barriers to Nutritional Requirements in Older Adults
ANSWER
Cost, transportation, not being able to read the labels, motivation.
Question 7.
Ambulating - what are we assessing
ANSWER
gait and balance
Question 8.
Bone demineralization and contractures
ANSWER
age related complication related to pain
, Question 9.
Meds that are used for mobility problems/pain?
ANSWER
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Question 10.
Stressors Inquiry in ER
ANSWER
Ask if the patient is experiencing any stressors.
Question 11.
Hypernatremia
ANSWER
high sodium in the blood
Question 12.
Maladaptive Coping Behaviors
ANSWER
unhealthy ways individuals deal with stress, emotions, or difficult situations Alcohol, self-
medicating, excessive eating, denial.
Question 13.
Continuity of Care
ANSWER
Continuation of care smoothly from one provider to another, so that the patient receives the
most benefit and no interruption in care.
Question 14.
Chronic Stress Effects on Cardiovascular System
ANSWER
Increased heart rate and BP, can also cause exhaustion.
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Question 1.
Stress
ANSWER
A psychological and physical response that can occur in various situations.
Question 2.
Risk for fluid imbalance
ANSWER
very young/old, decreased/increased intake, environment , fever, immobile, GI loss,
Therapies, Severely ill, Trauma
Question 3.
Common condition leading to decreased mobility
ANSWER
Back pain is the most common condition affecting mobility in older adults.
,Question 4.
Top Priority Patients
ANSWER
chest pain
Question 5.
Effective coping
ANSWER
skills that reduce tension and do not create more problems for an individual
Question 6.
Barriers to Nutritional Requirements in Older Adults
ANSWER
Cost, transportation, not being able to read the labels, motivation.
Question 7.
Ambulating - what are we assessing
ANSWER
gait and balance
Question 8.
Bone demineralization and contractures
ANSWER
age related complication related to pain
, Question 9.
Meds that are used for mobility problems/pain?
ANSWER
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Question 10.
Stressors Inquiry in ER
ANSWER
Ask if the patient is experiencing any stressors.
Question 11.
Hypernatremia
ANSWER
high sodium in the blood
Question 12.
Maladaptive Coping Behaviors
ANSWER
unhealthy ways individuals deal with stress, emotions, or difficult situations Alcohol, self-
medicating, excessive eating, denial.
Question 13.
Continuity of Care
ANSWER
Continuation of care smoothly from one provider to another, so that the patient receives the
most benefit and no interruption in care.
Question 14.
Chronic Stress Effects on Cardiovascular System
ANSWER
Increased heart rate and BP, can also cause exhaustion.
