Chapter 37: Long-Term Care questions with correct answers

1. The home health nurse is assisting a family to select a long-term care facility for an 80-year-old widow in good health who no longer drives, loves to play cards, can ambulate with a walker, and is oriented. Which facility would be the best selection for this patient? a. Subacute unit setting b. Long-term care facility (nursing home) c. Assisted living center d. Continuing care retirement center (CCRC) - correct answer ANS: C The assisted living center provides meals, transportation, social interaction, and a home-like quality without the intrusion of the medical model. The patient's age does not make her a reasonable candidate for a CCRC. The patient does not require acute skilled nursing care. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: Page 1184 OBJ: 2 TOP: Long-term care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment 2. The home health nurse helps an older adult couple plan changes in their home that will facilitate care in their home as they age. What percentage of people over 65 live in a home setting? a. 42% b. 48% c. 55% d. 67% - correct answer ANS: D The majority (67%) of people over the age of 65 live in a home or family setting. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 1181 OBJ: 2 TOP: Long-term care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment