TEST BANK FOR CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS
HOLISTICALLY 7TH EDITION BY TAMARA R.
DAHLKEMPER||ALL CHAPTERS INCLUDED|
COMPLETE
,TABLE OF CONTENTS – CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS HOLISTICALLY,
7TH EDITION
Unit 1: Foundations of Holistic Care
,1. Introduction to Holistic Care of Older Adults
2. Aging and the Older Adult
3. Physical Changes of Aging
4. Cognitive and Mental Health Changes
5. Psychosocial Aspects of Aging
6. Spirituality and Cultural Considerations
Unit 2: Health and Safety
7. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
8. Safety and Fall Prevention
9. Medication Safety
10. Pain Management
11. Nutrition and Hydration
12. Elimination: Bowel and Bladder Care
Unit 3: Functional and Sensory Changes
13. Mobility and Activity
14. Sensory Changes: Vision, Hearing, Taste, Smell, Touch
15. Skin and Wound Care
16. Oral Health and Dental Care
17. Sleep and Rest
Unit 4: Special Needs and Conditions
18. Chronic Illnesses in Older Adults
19. Cardiovascular Health
20. Respiratory Health
21. Musculoskeletal Health
22. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
23. Neurological Disorders
24. Mental Health Disorders
25. Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Unit 5: Nursing Practice and Holistic Approaches
26. Communication and Therapeutic Relationships
27. Ethical and Legal Issues in Older Adult Care
28. Care Planning and Evaluation
29. Home and Community-Based Care
30. Long-Term Care Settings
31. Case Studies and Clinical Applications
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO HOLISTIC CARE OF
OLDER ADULTS – TEST BANK
, 1. According to Tamara R. Dahlkemper, what is the primary goal of
holistic care for older adults? A. To focus solely on physical health
B. To consider physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs
C. To reduce healthcare costs
D. To increase medication adherence
Answer: B
Rationale: Holistic care addresses all aspects of a patient’s well-being,
not just physical health.
2. The nurse is overheard addressing an 87-year-old patient as
“honey.” What is this an example of?
A. Therapeutic communication
B. Ageism
C. Infantilization
D. Cultural competence
Answer: C
Rationale: Using diminutive or overly familiar terms can belittle older
adults and is considered disrespectful.
3. How can nurses promote autonomy in older adults according to
Dahlkemper?
A. Performing all tasks for the patient to reduce effort
B. Encouraging decision-making and independent participation in care
C. Limiting social interactions to prevent fatigue
D. Assuming older adults are incapable of self-care
Answer: B
Rationale: Promoting autonomy respects dignity and supports
independence.
HOLISTICALLY 7TH EDITION BY TAMARA R.
DAHLKEMPER||ALL CHAPTERS INCLUDED|
COMPLETE
,TABLE OF CONTENTS – CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS HOLISTICALLY,
7TH EDITION
Unit 1: Foundations of Holistic Care
,1. Introduction to Holistic Care of Older Adults
2. Aging and the Older Adult
3. Physical Changes of Aging
4. Cognitive and Mental Health Changes
5. Psychosocial Aspects of Aging
6. Spirituality and Cultural Considerations
Unit 2: Health and Safety
7. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
8. Safety and Fall Prevention
9. Medication Safety
10. Pain Management
11. Nutrition and Hydration
12. Elimination: Bowel and Bladder Care
Unit 3: Functional and Sensory Changes
13. Mobility and Activity
14. Sensory Changes: Vision, Hearing, Taste, Smell, Touch
15. Skin and Wound Care
16. Oral Health and Dental Care
17. Sleep and Rest
Unit 4: Special Needs and Conditions
18. Chronic Illnesses in Older Adults
19. Cardiovascular Health
20. Respiratory Health
21. Musculoskeletal Health
22. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
23. Neurological Disorders
24. Mental Health Disorders
25. Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Unit 5: Nursing Practice and Holistic Approaches
26. Communication and Therapeutic Relationships
27. Ethical and Legal Issues in Older Adult Care
28. Care Planning and Evaluation
29. Home and Community-Based Care
30. Long-Term Care Settings
31. Case Studies and Clinical Applications
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO HOLISTIC CARE OF
OLDER ADULTS – TEST BANK
, 1. According to Tamara R. Dahlkemper, what is the primary goal of
holistic care for older adults? A. To focus solely on physical health
B. To consider physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs
C. To reduce healthcare costs
D. To increase medication adherence
Answer: B
Rationale: Holistic care addresses all aspects of a patient’s well-being,
not just physical health.
2. The nurse is overheard addressing an 87-year-old patient as
“honey.” What is this an example of?
A. Therapeutic communication
B. Ageism
C. Infantilization
D. Cultural competence
Answer: C
Rationale: Using diminutive or overly familiar terms can belittle older
adults and is considered disrespectful.
3. How can nurses promote autonomy in older adults according to
Dahlkemper?
A. Performing all tasks for the patient to reduce effort
B. Encouraging decision-making and independent participation in care
C. Limiting social interactions to prevent fatigue
D. Assuming older adults are incapable of self-care
Answer: B
Rationale: Promoting autonomy respects dignity and supports
independence.
