MEPAP 2 Final Exam Questions and Answers

MEPAP 2 Final Exam Aging changes may cause what kinds of problems when using or taking medications? - Answer- a. Increased time to process and eliminate due to declining liver & kidney function b. Increased brain & nervous system sensitivity to certain medications c. Declining eyesight Which of the following is NOT a behavior that can cause issues in later life (behavioral risk factor)? a. Being a "couch potato" b. Excessive use of tobacco and/or alcohol. c. Inadequate amount of sleep d. Lack of good coping & communication skills. e. Sitting too close to the TV, especially in a dark room - Answer- Sitting too close to the TV, especially in a dark room What are some terms commonly applied to middle-aged folks and their family situations? a. Sandwich Generation - Answer- Sandwich Generation, Empty Nest, Crowded Nest True or false? It is not as important to recognize resident coping skills as it is coworkers' coping skills. - Answer- False Which of the following are the best choices regarding communicating with residents with hearing loss? a. Get their attention first b. Speak slowly and clearly c. Give detailed answers immediately so they don't get more confused d. Gesture behind their back - they can't see you anyway - Answer- a. Get their attention first b. Speak slowly and clearly What is social integration? - Answer- The process of helping the resident transition to their new home so they feel welcomed and part of the community. You know that socially integrating a new resident into a LTC community involves team work. Who is part of the team responsible for social integration? - Answer- All the staff in the community plus the resident and his/her family & friends. Which of the following is not a way for the activity professional to develop professionally? a. Influencing the development of the profession through continually endeavoring to improve professional practices, by teaching, through service, by advocacy and leadership. b. Advocating that the activity profession is the most important profession serving in the LTC setting. c. Recognizing that professional growth is continuous d. Recognizing the need for continuing education to ensure competent service