Gerontological Nursing 10th Edition, North
American Edition by Charlotte Eliopoulos -
Chapter 1 Quiz
, 1: What is gerontological nursing?
Gerontological nursing is a specialty that involves assessing the health and
functional status of older adults, planning and implementing health care and
services to meet the unique needs of this population, and evaluating the
effectiveness of such care.
2: Who is considered the founder of modern gerontological nursing?
Florence Nightingale is often recognized as the founder of modern
gerontological nursing due to her emphasis on the importance of specialized
care for the elderly.
3: What is the primary goal of gerontological nursing?
The primary goal of gerontological nursing is to promote and maintain optimal
health and quality of life for older adults.
4: What are the three core principles of gerontological nursing practice?
The three core principles are promoting health and wellness, managing
chronic conditions, and providing end-of-life care.
5: How does gerontological nursing differ from general nursing?
Gerontological nursing focuses specifically on the unique physiological,
psychological, and social needs of older adults, whereas general nursing
covers a broader range of age groups and health issues.
6: What is the significance of the aging population in gerontological nursing?
The significance lies in the increasing number of older adults, which creates a
higher demand for specialized nursing care to address their unique health
challenges.
7: Define ageism in the context of gerontological nursing.
Ageism refers to the stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against
individuals based on their age, particularly older adults.
8: What are common myths about aging that gerontological nurses need to
address?
Common myths include the belief that all older adults are frail, dependent,
and unable to learn new things.
American Edition by Charlotte Eliopoulos -
Chapter 1 Quiz
, 1: What is gerontological nursing?
Gerontological nursing is a specialty that involves assessing the health and
functional status of older adults, planning and implementing health care and
services to meet the unique needs of this population, and evaluating the
effectiveness of such care.
2: Who is considered the founder of modern gerontological nursing?
Florence Nightingale is often recognized as the founder of modern
gerontological nursing due to her emphasis on the importance of specialized
care for the elderly.
3: What is the primary goal of gerontological nursing?
The primary goal of gerontological nursing is to promote and maintain optimal
health and quality of life for older adults.
4: What are the three core principles of gerontological nursing practice?
The three core principles are promoting health and wellness, managing
chronic conditions, and providing end-of-life care.
5: How does gerontological nursing differ from general nursing?
Gerontological nursing focuses specifically on the unique physiological,
psychological, and social needs of older adults, whereas general nursing
covers a broader range of age groups and health issues.
6: What is the significance of the aging population in gerontological nursing?
The significance lies in the increasing number of older adults, which creates a
higher demand for specialized nursing care to address their unique health
challenges.
7: Define ageism in the context of gerontological nursing.
Ageism refers to the stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against
individuals based on their age, particularly older adults.
8: What are common myths about aging that gerontological nurses need to
address?
Common myths include the belief that all older adults are frail, dependent,
and unable to learn new things.
