TEST BANK FOR GERONTOLOGIC NURSING 7TH
EDITION BY JENNIFER J, YEAGER QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A
2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of
gerontologic nursing?
A. Treating acute illness in hospitalized older adults
B. Promoting optimal functioning and quality of life in older
adults
C. Preparing patients for end-of-life care only
D. Managing long-term care facility operations
Rationale: Gerontologic nursing emphasizes wellness,
independence, and quality of life across settings.
Answer: B
2. Which age-related change is considered a normal
physiological process?
A. Sudden memory loss
B. Decreased immune response
C. Severe chest pain
D. Rapid weight gain
,Rationale: Immune function naturally declines with aging.
Answer: B
3. Which theory suggests that older adults withdraw from
social roles naturally?
A. Activity theory
B. Disengagement theory
C. Role theory
D. Developmental theory
Rationale: Disengagement theory explains withdrawal from
social interaction in aging.
Answer: B
4. What is the most appropriate nursing action to promote
independence in older adults?
A. Performing all activities of daily living for them
B. Encouraging self-care as much as possible
C. Restricting mobility to prevent falls
D. Avoiding patient participation in care decisions
Rationale: Independence is maintained by encouraging self-
care.
Answer: B
5. Which is a common misconception about aging?
,A. Older adults may learn new skills
B. All older adults develop dementia
C. Aging affects individuals differently
D. Health promotion is still effective in older age
Rationale: Dementia is not a normal part of aging.
Answer: B
6. What is the most important factor affecting medication
adherence in older adults?
A. Eye color
B. Cognitive and physical ability
C. Marital status
D. Height
Rationale: Cognitive decline and physical limitations affect
adherence.
Answer: B
7. Which intervention best reduces fall risk in older adults?
A. Sedation
B. Removing environmental hazards
C. Bed rest
D. Limiting fluid intake
Rationale: Environmental safety reduces falls.
Answer: B
, 8. Which body system changes most commonly affect drug
metabolism in older adults?
A. Integumentary system
B. Hepatic system
C. Skeletal system
D. Reproductive system
Rationale: Liver metabolism decreases with age.
Answer: B
9. Which psychosocial issue is most common in older adults?
A. Hyperactivity
B. Isolation and loneliness
C. Increased aggression
D. Mania
Rationale: Social isolation is common due to loss and reduced
mobility.
Answer: B
10. Which assessment tool is most useful in evaluating older
adults’ functional status?
A. Apgar score
B. Barthel Index
EDITION BY JENNIFER J, YEAGER QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A
2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of
gerontologic nursing?
A. Treating acute illness in hospitalized older adults
B. Promoting optimal functioning and quality of life in older
adults
C. Preparing patients for end-of-life care only
D. Managing long-term care facility operations
Rationale: Gerontologic nursing emphasizes wellness,
independence, and quality of life across settings.
Answer: B
2. Which age-related change is considered a normal
physiological process?
A. Sudden memory loss
B. Decreased immune response
C. Severe chest pain
D. Rapid weight gain
,Rationale: Immune function naturally declines with aging.
Answer: B
3. Which theory suggests that older adults withdraw from
social roles naturally?
A. Activity theory
B. Disengagement theory
C. Role theory
D. Developmental theory
Rationale: Disengagement theory explains withdrawal from
social interaction in aging.
Answer: B
4. What is the most appropriate nursing action to promote
independence in older adults?
A. Performing all activities of daily living for them
B. Encouraging self-care as much as possible
C. Restricting mobility to prevent falls
D. Avoiding patient participation in care decisions
Rationale: Independence is maintained by encouraging self-
care.
Answer: B
5. Which is a common misconception about aging?
,A. Older adults may learn new skills
B. All older adults develop dementia
C. Aging affects individuals differently
D. Health promotion is still effective in older age
Rationale: Dementia is not a normal part of aging.
Answer: B
6. What is the most important factor affecting medication
adherence in older adults?
A. Eye color
B. Cognitive and physical ability
C. Marital status
D. Height
Rationale: Cognitive decline and physical limitations affect
adherence.
Answer: B
7. Which intervention best reduces fall risk in older adults?
A. Sedation
B. Removing environmental hazards
C. Bed rest
D. Limiting fluid intake
Rationale: Environmental safety reduces falls.
Answer: B
, 8. Which body system changes most commonly affect drug
metabolism in older adults?
A. Integumentary system
B. Hepatic system
C. Skeletal system
D. Reproductive system
Rationale: Liver metabolism decreases with age.
Answer: B
9. Which psychosocial issue is most common in older adults?
A. Hyperactivity
B. Isolation and loneliness
C. Increased aggression
D. Mania
Rationale: Social isolation is common due to loss and reduced
mobility.
Answer: B
10. Which assessment tool is most useful in evaluating older
adults’ functional status?
A. Apgar score
B. Barthel Index
