NU 217
Gerontological Nursing
Midterms (Qns & Ans)
2025
General Instructions
1. Read All Questions Carefully: Make sure you understand each question.
2. Time Management: You have a specific amount of time to complete the exam.
Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself.
3. Allowed Materials: Only use materials that are explicitly allowed. Unauthorized
materials can lead to disqualification.
4. ANS Format: Follow the required format for your ANS. For example, multiple-
choice questions might need you to select the best ANS, while essay questions
require detailed responses.
5. Academic Integrity: Adhere to the university's honor code. Any form of cheating or
plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
6. Technical Requirements: Ensure your computer and internet connection are
stable. For online exams, you might need a webcam and microphone for proctoring
purposes.
7. Submission: Submit your ANS before the time expires. Late submissions might
not be accepted.
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,1. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of
gerontological nursing?
- A. Conducting market research
- B. Promoting the health and well-being of older adults
- C. Developing new software applications
- D. Managing daily business operations
- ANS: B
- Rationale: The primary goal of gerontological nursing is to
promote the health and well-being of older adults, ensuring they
receive high-quality, individualized care.
2. What is the primary function of a comprehensive geriatric
assessment (CGA) in gerontological nursing?
- A. To manage daily business operations
- B. To evaluate the overall health status of older adults and
identify any health issues
- C. To conduct market research
- D. To develop new software applications
- ANS: B
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, - Rationale: A comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)
evaluates the overall health status of older adults and identifies
any health issues, providing a baseline for future care.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
3. The __________ is a tool used to assess the risk of falls in
older adults.
- ANS: Morse Fall Scale
- Rationale: The Morse Fall Scale is a tool used to assess the
risk of falls in older adults, helping to identify those at higher risk
and implement preventive measures.
4. In gerontological nursing, __________ refers to the process of
evaluating an older adult's ability to perform activities of daily
living (ADLs).
- ANS: functional assessment
- Rationale: Functional assessment refers to the process of
evaluating an older adult's ability to perform activities of daily
living (ADLs), identifying any limitations or impairments that
may affect their independence.
True/False Questions
5. Polypharmacy is a common issue in older adults that can lead
to adverse drug reactions and interactions.
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, - ANS: True
- Rationale: Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications,
is common in older adults and can lead to adverse drug reactions
and interactions, requiring careful management and monitoring.
6. The primary focus of gerontological nursing is to develop new
healthcare technologies.
- ANS: False
- Rationale: The primary focus of gerontological nursing is to
promote the health and well-being of older adults, not to develop
new healthcare technologies.
Multiple Response Questions
7. Which of the following are common components of a
comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)? (Select all that
apply)
- A. Health history
- B. Physical examination
- C. Cognitive assessment
- D. Inventory turnover
- ANS: A, B, C
- Rationale: Common components of a comprehensive
geriatric assessment (CGA) include health history, physical
©2024/2025
Gerontological Nursing
Midterms (Qns & Ans)
2025
General Instructions
1. Read All Questions Carefully: Make sure you understand each question.
2. Time Management: You have a specific amount of time to complete the exam.
Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself.
3. Allowed Materials: Only use materials that are explicitly allowed. Unauthorized
materials can lead to disqualification.
4. ANS Format: Follow the required format for your ANS. For example, multiple-
choice questions might need you to select the best ANS, while essay questions
require detailed responses.
5. Academic Integrity: Adhere to the university's honor code. Any form of cheating or
plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
6. Technical Requirements: Ensure your computer and internet connection are
stable. For online exams, you might need a webcam and microphone for proctoring
purposes.
7. Submission: Submit your ANS before the time expires. Late submissions might
not be accepted.
©2024/2025
,1. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of
gerontological nursing?
- A. Conducting market research
- B. Promoting the health and well-being of older adults
- C. Developing new software applications
- D. Managing daily business operations
- ANS: B
- Rationale: The primary goal of gerontological nursing is to
promote the health and well-being of older adults, ensuring they
receive high-quality, individualized care.
2. What is the primary function of a comprehensive geriatric
assessment (CGA) in gerontological nursing?
- A. To manage daily business operations
- B. To evaluate the overall health status of older adults and
identify any health issues
- C. To conduct market research
- D. To develop new software applications
- ANS: B
©2024/2025
, - Rationale: A comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)
evaluates the overall health status of older adults and identifies
any health issues, providing a baseline for future care.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
3. The __________ is a tool used to assess the risk of falls in
older adults.
- ANS: Morse Fall Scale
- Rationale: The Morse Fall Scale is a tool used to assess the
risk of falls in older adults, helping to identify those at higher risk
and implement preventive measures.
4. In gerontological nursing, __________ refers to the process of
evaluating an older adult's ability to perform activities of daily
living (ADLs).
- ANS: functional assessment
- Rationale: Functional assessment refers to the process of
evaluating an older adult's ability to perform activities of daily
living (ADLs), identifying any limitations or impairments that
may affect their independence.
True/False Questions
5. Polypharmacy is a common issue in older adults that can lead
to adverse drug reactions and interactions.
©2024/2025
, - ANS: True
- Rationale: Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications,
is common in older adults and can lead to adverse drug reactions
and interactions, requiring careful management and monitoring.
6. The primary focus of gerontological nursing is to develop new
healthcare technologies.
- ANS: False
- Rationale: The primary focus of gerontological nursing is to
promote the health and well-being of older adults, not to develop
new healthcare technologies.
Multiple Response Questions
7. Which of the following are common components of a
comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)? (Select all that
apply)
- A. Health history
- B. Physical examination
- C. Cognitive assessment
- D. Inventory turnover
- ANS: A, B, C
- Rationale: Common components of a comprehensive
geriatric assessment (CGA) include health history, physical
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