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Gerontological Nursing Final Exam Practice
Questions and Answers
A client newly diagnosed with diabetes tells the nurse, "I'm fearful and nervous about having to cope
with this disease." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? - Ans:✔✔-"It's true that
you will have to make some changes but these changes will help control your diabetes."
A nurse is conducting an educational program for a client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The
nurse determines that the teaching has been successful based on which outcome? Select all that apply. -
Ans:✔✔--Demonstration of the correct method of blood glucose testing
-Demonstration of the proper technique for medication administration
-Verbalization of understanding of diabetes and its management
A 75-year-old adult is a new attendee at strength training class. Which schedule would be most
appropriate for this client to engage in? - Ans:✔✔-Twelve repetitions with low-weight free weights at
least twice weekly.
The nurse is presenting a seminar for older adults experiencing integumentary problems. Which
statement would the nurse most likely provide about the use of alternative therapies? - Ans:✔✔-"You
need to tell your health care provider about alternative therapies in use."
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A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a 78-year-old resident of a long-term care facility diagnosed with
Parkinson's disease. Which intervention would need to be modified? - Ans:✔✔-Phrase questions and
directions in a simple and understandable manner applicable to the client's decreased cognition.
A client is prescribed Larodopa as part of the treatment plan for Parkinson's disease. When teaching the
client about this drug, which item would the nurse encourage the client to avoid? - Ans:✔✔-Foods high
in vitamin B 6
A gerontological nurse is conducting a program for staff nurses at a long-term care facility about older
adults and sensory function. When discussing this topic, which information would the nurse most likely
include? Select all that apply. - Ans:✔✔-- "Sensory deficits are a threat not only to quality of life but to
safety as well."
- "Sensory losses commonly lead to impaired communication."
- "Sensory deficits make it difficult to interpret the older adult's physical environment."
- "Sensory deficits have a negative effect on older adults' social relationships."
During client education of a 71-year-old who has a recent diagnosis of diabetes, the nurse has
emphasized the importance of consistently maintaining blood glucose levels within the normal range
rather than simply reacting to high or low levels. Which test would the nurse most likely identify as
providing the best evaluation of the client's blood sugar control over time? - Ans:✔✔-Hemoglobin A1c
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FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024
Gerontological Nursing Final Exam Practice
Questions and Answers
A client newly diagnosed with diabetes tells the nurse, "I'm fearful and nervous about having to cope
with this disease." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? - Ans:✔✔-"It's true that
you will have to make some changes but these changes will help control your diabetes."
A nurse is conducting an educational program for a client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The
nurse determines that the teaching has been successful based on which outcome? Select all that apply. -
Ans:✔✔--Demonstration of the correct method of blood glucose testing
-Demonstration of the proper technique for medication administration
-Verbalization of understanding of diabetes and its management
A 75-year-old adult is a new attendee at strength training class. Which schedule would be most
appropriate for this client to engage in? - Ans:✔✔-Twelve repetitions with low-weight free weights at
least twice weekly.
The nurse is presenting a seminar for older adults experiencing integumentary problems. Which
statement would the nurse most likely provide about the use of alternative therapies? - Ans:✔✔-"You
need to tell your health care provider about alternative therapies in use."
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FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024
A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a 78-year-old resident of a long-term care facility diagnosed with
Parkinson's disease. Which intervention would need to be modified? - Ans:✔✔-Phrase questions and
directions in a simple and understandable manner applicable to the client's decreased cognition.
A client is prescribed Larodopa as part of the treatment plan for Parkinson's disease. When teaching the
client about this drug, which item would the nurse encourage the client to avoid? - Ans:✔✔-Foods high
in vitamin B 6
A gerontological nurse is conducting a program for staff nurses at a long-term care facility about older
adults and sensory function. When discussing this topic, which information would the nurse most likely
include? Select all that apply. - Ans:✔✔-- "Sensory deficits are a threat not only to quality of life but to
safety as well."
- "Sensory losses commonly lead to impaired communication."
- "Sensory deficits make it difficult to interpret the older adult's physical environment."
- "Sensory deficits have a negative effect on older adults' social relationships."
During client education of a 71-year-old who has a recent diagnosis of diabetes, the nurse has
emphasized the importance of consistently maintaining blood glucose levels within the normal range
rather than simply reacting to high or low levels. Which test would the nurse most likely identify as
providing the best evaluation of the client's blood sugar control over time? - Ans:✔✔-Hemoglobin A1c
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