Geriatrics Exam 1 (1,2,3)

Intentional______occurs when any person deliberately plans to mistreat or harm another person. - Abuse The group responsible for the rapid growth in the older adult population is the group known as the______. - Baby Boomers Population size, distribution, and vital statistics would be included in the statistical study of human populations known as________ - Demographics ___________ is the medical specialty that deals with the physiology of aging and with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting older adults. - geriatrics Nurses are ___________of elder abuse, which means it is against the law if you suspect elder abuse and do not report it. - Mandated Reporters __________is a passive form of abuse in which caregivers fail to provide for the needs of the older person under their care. - Neglect _________________allows the primary caregiver to have time away from the demands of caregiving, thereby decreasing stress and the risk for abuse - Respite Care What are Two or Three examples of Ageism? - Disliking of age or elder people and believe they are seen as unintelligent, unattractive, and unproductive. Prejudice and discrimination base solely based on age What type of older adult who would be an appropriate candidate for a skilled care facility. - Someone needing help with administering medication and services preformed by a licensed care provider such as speech, physical, occupational, and respiratory specialist The home health nurse is talking to an older adult patient who is considering the option of a reverse mortgage. What facts could the nurse discuss with the patient about this option? - Reverse mortgage plans allow older adults to remain in their homes and receive monthly payments that could range from as little as $100 to as much as several thousand dollars,depending on the value of the property and the ages of the residents. What could the charge nurse of a long-term care facility do to decrease incidents of abuse of patients by staff members? - -Create a positive team environment -Encourage staff to take breaks -Rotate any "difficult" assignments. -Improve staff training to identify abuse situations. -Initiate a stress-reduction atmosphere -Increase recognition of good caregiving Which personal behavior is a demonstration of gerontophobia? 1. 17-year-old girl decides to dye her hair a darker color 2. 63-year-old woman takes a Caribbean cruise with a friend 3. 43-year-old woman wears her teenage daughter's clothes 4. 56-year-old woman buys a membership to a fitness center - 3 Several nursing students are discussing career options. Which student statement demonstrates ageism? 1. "I would work in a clinic that serves a mixture of older and younger patients" 2. "If I were to care for older patients, I would need knowledge about chronic health problems" 3. "I have always loved children. I can't wait to get a job in a pediatric hospital" 4. "Working with older adults could be rewarding, but I couldn't really use all of my skills" - 4 An older adult widow who lives alone in her own home is having difficulty with driving, grocery shopping, cooking, and home maintenance. What type of living arrangement would be most suitable for her? 1. Extended care facility 2. Nursing home