Basic Geriatric Nursing

Chapter 07: Medications and Older Adults Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Why is drug testing done by pharmaceutical companies not always appropriate for the older adult? a. The testing is not done long enough. b. The testing does not require adequate follow-up. c. The testing is not well regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. d. The testing is usually conducted on healthy young persons. ANS: D 2. What is a cause for increased rate of drug ...

Chapter 03: Physiologic Changes Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Why does the nurse modify the environment to keep it warmer for the older adult? a. A change in the metabolic rate b. Decreased subcutaneous tissue c. Changes in the musculoskeletal system d. A weakened peripheral vascular system ANS: B 2. A 75-year-old male is worried that his wartlike dark macules with distinct borders are melanomas. What would be the most likely cause for the macules? ...

Chapter 06: Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutritional Needs Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the lowest recommended daily caloric intake needed to safely meet the nutritional needs of the older adult? a. 1000 b. 1200 c. 1400 d. 1800 ANS: B 2. How often does the MyPlate guidelines recommend physical activity occur? a. Twice a week b. Weekly c. Three times a week d. Every day ANS: D 3. The nurse recommends that the older patient eat ...

Chapter 05: Communicating With Older Adults Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which best defines therapeutic communication? a. Has a specific intent or purpose b. Is the only form of professional communication c. Should never be used in a social setting d. Requires no special skills, just a willingness to listen ANS: A 2. Why is it important for the nurse to be cautious when using medical jargon with an older adult patient? a. It could become an opportu...