Older Adults

Question 1 of 5

A student nurse visiting a senior center tells the instructor, 'It's so depressing to see all these old people. They are so weak and frail. They are probably all confused.' The student is expressing what attitude?

A. Reality

B. Ageism

C. Empathy

D. Distrust

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Question 2 of 5

A community mental health nurse plans an educational program for staff members at a home health agency that specializes in the care of older adults. What topic is of high priority?

A. Identifying depression in older adults

B. Providing cost-effective foot care for older adults

C. Identifying nutritional deficiencies in older adults

D. Psychosocial stimulation for those who live alone

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Question 3 of 5

Which is the best statement for a nurse to use when beginning an interview with an older adult patient?

A. Hello, [call patient by first name]. I am going to ask you some questions to get to know you better.'

B. Hello. My name is [nurse's name]. I am a nurse. Please tell me how you would like to be addressed by the staff.'

C. I am going to ask you some questions about yourself. I would like to call you by your first name if you don't mind.'

D. You look as though you are comfortable and ready to participate in an admission interview. Shall we get started?'

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Question 4 of 5

A 75-year-old patient comes to the clinic reporting frequent headaches. After an introduction at the beginning of the interview, what should the nurse address?

A. Initiate a neurological assessment.

B. Assess if the patient can hear the spoken word clearly.

C. Suggest that the patient lie down in a darkened room to rest.

D. Administer medication to relieve the patient's pain prior to the assessment.

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Question 5 of 5

Which statement about aging provides the best rationale for focused assessment of older adult patients?

A. Older adults are often socially isolated and lonely.

B. As people age, they become more rigid in their thinking.

C. The majority of older adults sleep more than 12 hours per day.

D. The senses of vision, hearing, touch, taste, and smell decline with age.

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