Gerontology Nursing Questions And Answers PDF

Question 1 of 58

Which of the following aspects of gerontological nursing would be most likely classified under private law?

A. The regulation of who may call himself or herself a 'nurse'

B. The contract between an older adult resident of a care facility and the owners of the facility

C. The legal criteria for declaring an individual mentally incompetent

D. The criminal consequences for instances of elder abuse

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Question 2 of 58

A nurse has been providing care for a 69-year-old female client who has recently had her right foot amputated as a result of a chronic diabetic foot ulcer. The nurse undertook to perform debridement of the wound despite her lack of relevant education and experience. The client experienced permanent nerve damage as a result of the nurse's misguided efforts. Which category of legal liability is most likely relevant in this case?

A. Larceny

B. Assault

C. Invasion of privacy

D. Negligence

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Question 3 of 58

An investigation into reports of substandard care on the subacute geriatric unit of a hospital has been undertaken. Which of the following events is representative of malpractice on the part of the nursing staff?

A. A client with a documented history of seizures was left with his bed raised and with bedrails not in place, resulting in a fall and head injury

B. A client was sent for a colonoscopy, after which it was learned that the client had never given written consent for the procedure

C. A client with a diagnosis of vascular dementia was found wandering in the hall outside the unit

D. An immobile client was not turned over the course of a night shift and developed a pressure ulcer on her coccyx

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Question 4 of 58

A nurse is providing care for an older adult client who has been admitted to the hospital with liver cirrhosis. The client has expressed to the nurse his concerns that the details of his condition and treatment remain confidential, and that written documentation not 'get out there.' How can the nurse best respond to the client's concerns?

A. Anything that is discussed between us is confidential and will not be shared with anyone else.

B. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ensures that your medical records will not leave this hospital.

C. Provided you signed a directive on admission, your records will not be made public.

D. The law protects your right to confidentiality and protects your health information from being released into unintended hands.

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Question 5 of 58

An 81-year-old female client was diagnosed one year ago with Alzheimer's disease following a noticeable increase in confusion. She now possesses a durable power of attorney. Which of the following statements most accurately conveys an aspect of this legal arrangement?

A. The parameters of the arrangement must be revisited if the client's condition declines.

B. The arrangement was most likely initiated by court order.

C. The client appointed someone to take care of her affairs in the event that she becomes incompetent.

D. The family has control of logistical arrangements for the client but must gain court permission around financial affairs.

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