Test Bank
Caring for Older Adults Holistically (8th Edition)
By Tamara R. Dahlkemper, MSN, RN
ISBN: 9781719647588
Multiple Choice
Select the one best answer for each question.
Test Bank Caring for Older Adults Holistically (8th Edition) By Tamara R. Dahlkemper, MSN, RN ISBN:
9781719647588
1. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, approximately what percentage of Americans are age 65 or older?
A. 2%
B. 5%
C. 13%
D. 20%
2. What is the current average life expectancy?
A. 70.2 years
B. 75 years
C. 81.1 years for women and 76.3 years for men
D. Longer for men than for women
3. Which statement is NOT accurate regarding holistic nursing practice?
A. It focuses primarily on treating a specific disease or disorder.
B. It addresses the whole person rather than only the illness.
C. It incorporates empathetic listening, music, imagery, and clinical skills.
D. It integrates technical nursing skills with social science principles to enhance communication and rapport.
4. The Theory of Human Caring was developed by:
A. Florence Nightingale
B. Clara Barton
C. Jean Watson
D. Savage and Money
,5. Which concept is NOT emphasized in the Theory of Human Caring?
A. Transpersonal caring relationships
B. Being fully present with the patient
C. Completing all nonessential tasks on a strict schedule
D. Using eye contact, appropriate touch, and a calm voice
6. Which of the following are considered foundational concepts of holistic nursing?
A. Applying clinical expertise
B. Building relationships with family and significant others
C. Honoring patient intuition and creativity in care planning
D. All of the above
7. Most older adults experiencing a myocardial infarction typically present with:
A. Diffuse chest pain
B. No pain
C. Crushing substernal pain
D. Left-sided chest pain radiating to the arm
8. Compared with young adults, medication dosages for the “old-old” are generally:
A. Smaller
B. Larger due to increased illness severity
C. The same
D. Minimal due to advanced age
9. Which communication technique was specifically developed for individuals with dementia?
A. Cognitive therapy
B. Validation therapy
C. Geriatric Depression Scale
D. Mini-Mental Status Examination (MMSE)
10. An 82-year-old patient with liver cancer and chronic cardiovascular disease begins yelling and pushes away his
meal tray. What is the most appropriate nursing response?
A. Remove the tray and leave silently
B. Instruct him loudly to stop yelling
C. Calmly ask what is upsetting him and listen attentively
D. Notify the supervisor
,11. Referring to an 87-year-old patient as “honey” is an example of:
A. Beneficence
B. Paternalism
C. Caring
D. Malfeasance
12. The term “elite-old” refers to individuals who are:
A. 65–74 years
B. 75–84 years
C. 85–100 years
D. Over 100 years
13. Which is a core principle of holistic nursing?
A. Following physician directives exclusively
B. Building relationships with family members
C. Applying learned clinical experience
D. All of the above
14. How should “gerontology” be explained to new nursing students?
A. The use of older medications
B. Derived from a Greek term meaning “related to old age”
C. Focused on housing for underserved populations
D. Health issues of individuals over age 50
15. Which term describes the medical specialty focused on care of older adults?
A. Genetics
B. Geriatrics
C. Gerontology
D. Gentrification
16. A nurse states she never wants to care for older patients. This demonstrates:
A. Ageism
B. Stereotyping
C. Ethnocentricity
D. Personal preference
17. “Baby boomers” refers to individuals:
A. With large families
B. Advocating infant care
, C. Who avoided large families
D. Born between 1946 and 1965
18. What factor has contributed to decline in the elderly Black population since 1980?
A. Diabetes
B. Homicide
C. Hypertension
D. Heart disease
19. Why are many older adults more likely to engage in exercise programs?
A. Increased available time
B. Avoidance of boredom
C. They initiated the fitness movement
D. Desire to spend time with grandchildren
20. How should Social Security benefits be explained?
A. Federal and state health care for the disadvantaged
B. Federal health care for adults 65+ or disabled
C. Federal benefit check for persons 65+ or disabled
D. Federal benefits for retired workers, disabled workers, and eligible family members
21. A nursing philosophy should be described as:
A. A personal concept
B. A definition of goals and aspirations
C. Steps toward career success
D. Recognition of educational importance
22. Which behavior demonstrates development of a healing nurse–patient relationship?
A. Responding via intercom
B. Refusing to try new approaches
C. Sitting with the patient to discuss the care plan
D. Emphasizing time constraints
23. Which skill is essential in holistic nursing practice?
A. Critical thinking
B. Active listening
C. Time management
D. Care coordination
Caring for Older Adults Holistically (8th Edition)
By Tamara R. Dahlkemper, MSN, RN
ISBN: 9781719647588
Multiple Choice
Select the one best answer for each question.
Test Bank Caring for Older Adults Holistically (8th Edition) By Tamara R. Dahlkemper, MSN, RN ISBN:
9781719647588
1. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, approximately what percentage of Americans are age 65 or older?
A. 2%
B. 5%
C. 13%
D. 20%
2. What is the current average life expectancy?
A. 70.2 years
B. 75 years
C. 81.1 years for women and 76.3 years for men
D. Longer for men than for women
3. Which statement is NOT accurate regarding holistic nursing practice?
A. It focuses primarily on treating a specific disease or disorder.
B. It addresses the whole person rather than only the illness.
C. It incorporates empathetic listening, music, imagery, and clinical skills.
D. It integrates technical nursing skills with social science principles to enhance communication and rapport.
4. The Theory of Human Caring was developed by:
A. Florence Nightingale
B. Clara Barton
C. Jean Watson
D. Savage and Money
,5. Which concept is NOT emphasized in the Theory of Human Caring?
A. Transpersonal caring relationships
B. Being fully present with the patient
C. Completing all nonessential tasks on a strict schedule
D. Using eye contact, appropriate touch, and a calm voice
6. Which of the following are considered foundational concepts of holistic nursing?
A. Applying clinical expertise
B. Building relationships with family and significant others
C. Honoring patient intuition and creativity in care planning
D. All of the above
7. Most older adults experiencing a myocardial infarction typically present with:
A. Diffuse chest pain
B. No pain
C. Crushing substernal pain
D. Left-sided chest pain radiating to the arm
8. Compared with young adults, medication dosages for the “old-old” are generally:
A. Smaller
B. Larger due to increased illness severity
C. The same
D. Minimal due to advanced age
9. Which communication technique was specifically developed for individuals with dementia?
A. Cognitive therapy
B. Validation therapy
C. Geriatric Depression Scale
D. Mini-Mental Status Examination (MMSE)
10. An 82-year-old patient with liver cancer and chronic cardiovascular disease begins yelling and pushes away his
meal tray. What is the most appropriate nursing response?
A. Remove the tray and leave silently
B. Instruct him loudly to stop yelling
C. Calmly ask what is upsetting him and listen attentively
D. Notify the supervisor
,11. Referring to an 87-year-old patient as “honey” is an example of:
A. Beneficence
B. Paternalism
C. Caring
D. Malfeasance
12. The term “elite-old” refers to individuals who are:
A. 65–74 years
B. 75–84 years
C. 85–100 years
D. Over 100 years
13. Which is a core principle of holistic nursing?
A. Following physician directives exclusively
B. Building relationships with family members
C. Applying learned clinical experience
D. All of the above
14. How should “gerontology” be explained to new nursing students?
A. The use of older medications
B. Derived from a Greek term meaning “related to old age”
C. Focused on housing for underserved populations
D. Health issues of individuals over age 50
15. Which term describes the medical specialty focused on care of older adults?
A. Genetics
B. Geriatrics
C. Gerontology
D. Gentrification
16. A nurse states she never wants to care for older patients. This demonstrates:
A. Ageism
B. Stereotyping
C. Ethnocentricity
D. Personal preference
17. “Baby boomers” refers to individuals:
A. With large families
B. Advocating infant care
, C. Who avoided large families
D. Born between 1946 and 1965
18. What factor has contributed to decline in the elderly Black population since 1980?
A. Diabetes
B. Homicide
C. Hypertension
D. Heart disease
19. Why are many older adults more likely to engage in exercise programs?
A. Increased available time
B. Avoidance of boredom
C. They initiated the fitness movement
D. Desire to spend time with grandchildren
20. How should Social Security benefits be explained?
A. Federal and state health care for the disadvantaged
B. Federal health care for adults 65+ or disabled
C. Federal benefit check for persons 65+ or disabled
D. Federal benefits for retired workers, disabled workers, and eligible family members
21. A nursing philosophy should be described as:
A. A personal concept
B. A definition of goals and aspirations
C. Steps toward career success
D. Recognition of educational importance
22. Which behavior demonstrates development of a healing nurse–patient relationship?
A. Responding via intercom
B. Refusing to try new approaches
C. Sitting with the patient to discuss the care plan
D. Emphasizing time constraints
23. Which skill is essential in holistic nursing practice?
A. Critical thinking
B. Active listening
C. Time management
D. Care coordination
