,1. The scope of nursing practice is influenced by the unique needs of the popu-
lation being served and is regulated by .
The AARP
The ANA
The state
The Federal Government ANSWER The state
2. Which term does the CDC use to mean the ability to live in one's own home
and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age,
income, or ability level?
Aging in place
Househole elderly
Assisted living
Freedom ANSWER Aging in
place
3. Which initiative substantially increased the number of gerontological nurse
,scientists and the development of evidence-based gerontological nursing prac-
tice?
STTI
GNLA
HGNI
AARP
ANSWER
HGNI
4. A scientist who believes that people have a genetically programmed aging
code that influences longevity is a supporter of which theory?
, Programmed theory
Neuroendocrine theory
Immunologic/autoimmune theory
Gene/biological clock theory ANSWER Gene/biological clock theory
5. One often-forgotten group of the elderly in the United States is the prison
population. Substandard environment, nutrition, exercise, and medical care
during incarceration likely helps to , as does the violence, anxiety, and
stress associated with prison life.
Reinforce social strictures against committing crimes
Prevent repeat offenses
Extend the life of prisoners
Accelerate the aging process ANSWER Accelerate the aging process
6. In 1980, 75% of men age 65 or older were employed because .
lation being served and is regulated by .
The AARP
The ANA
The state
The Federal Government ANSWER The state
2. Which term does the CDC use to mean the ability to live in one's own home
and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age,
income, or ability level?
Aging in place
Househole elderly
Assisted living
Freedom ANSWER Aging in
place
3. Which initiative substantially increased the number of gerontological nurse
,scientists and the development of evidence-based gerontological nursing prac-
tice?
STTI
GNLA
HGNI
AARP
ANSWER
HGNI
4. A scientist who believes that people have a genetically programmed aging
code that influences longevity is a supporter of which theory?
, Programmed theory
Neuroendocrine theory
Immunologic/autoimmune theory
Gene/biological clock theory ANSWER Gene/biological clock theory
5. One often-forgotten group of the elderly in the United States is the prison
population. Substandard environment, nutrition, exercise, and medical care
during incarceration likely helps to , as does the violence, anxiety, and
stress associated with prison life.
Reinforce social strictures against committing crimes
Prevent repeat offenses
Extend the life of prisoners
Accelerate the aging process ANSWER Accelerate the aging process
6. In 1980, 75% of men age 65 or older were employed because .
