As of 2010, ______ times as many women as men over the age of 85 had been widowed.
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Four
The Screening Tool of Older Persons' Prescriptions (STOPP) is a new, validated tool
for identifying inappropriate prescribing to older adults; it is used in conjunction with
,the Beer's Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medications in Older Adults published
by the American Geriatrics Society in 2012. Which of the following is on the STOPP list
of drugs affecting the cardiovascular system?
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Beta-blocker in combination with verapamil confusion
The generalist in gerontological nursing completes a basic entry-level program in
nursing but to become certified in gerontological nursing the applicant must have
how much experience as an RN?
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2 years
For the first time in history, persons with spinal cord injuries and brain injuries are
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Living to become elderly
Which of the following is the definition of the identification of gene sequences in
DNA?
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, Genomics
A scientist who believes that people have a genetically programmed aging code that
influences longevity is a supporter of which theory?
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Gene/biological clock theory
The theory of _______, which proposes that as individuals age they undergo cognitive
transformation from materialistic, rational perspective to a sense of spiritual unity with
the universe, was proposed by Tornstam in 1994
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Gerotranscendence
Older adults are in a precarious position nutritionally because they are more
vulnerable to ________ than other age groups.
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Obesity and malnutrition
, The stages of change theory and social cognitive theories are the two most widely
cited theories that relate to ________.
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Health behavior change
The rate of elder abuse and neglect in the United States is difficult to estimate without
more appropriate screening instruments. Most states mandate that elder abuse must
be reported to the ________, but estimates are that only 1 in 14 cases are actually
reported.
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Adult protective services agency
While older adults make up only about 13% of the general population, they account
for 25% of suicide deaths. This elevated rate is influenced by ________ who have a suicide
rate six times higher than the national rate.
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White men age 85 or over
Bodily absorption of what vitamin increases with age?
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Four
The Screening Tool of Older Persons' Prescriptions (STOPP) is a new, validated tool
for identifying inappropriate prescribing to older adults; it is used in conjunction with
,the Beer's Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medications in Older Adults published
by the American Geriatrics Society in 2012. Which of the following is on the STOPP list
of drugs affecting the cardiovascular system?
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Beta-blocker in combination with verapamil confusion
The generalist in gerontological nursing completes a basic entry-level program in
nursing but to become certified in gerontological nursing the applicant must have
how much experience as an RN?
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2 years
For the first time in history, persons with spinal cord injuries and brain injuries are
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Living to become elderly
Which of the following is the definition of the identification of gene sequences in
DNA?
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, Genomics
A scientist who believes that people have a genetically programmed aging code that
influences longevity is a supporter of which theory?
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Gene/biological clock theory
The theory of _______, which proposes that as individuals age they undergo cognitive
transformation from materialistic, rational perspective to a sense of spiritual unity with
the universe, was proposed by Tornstam in 1994
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Gerotranscendence
Older adults are in a precarious position nutritionally because they are more
vulnerable to ________ than other age groups.
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Obesity and malnutrition
, The stages of change theory and social cognitive theories are the two most widely
cited theories that relate to ________.
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Health behavior change
The rate of elder abuse and neglect in the United States is difficult to estimate without
more appropriate screening instruments. Most states mandate that elder abuse must
be reported to the ________, but estimates are that only 1 in 14 cases are actually
reported.
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Adult protective services agency
While older adults make up only about 13% of the general population, they account
for 25% of suicide deaths. This elevated rate is influenced by ________ who have a suicide
rate six times higher than the national rate.
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White men age 85 or over
Bodily absorption of what vitamin increases with age?
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