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How often does a 76-year-old need a screening for preventive health?
- A. Every 2 years
- B. Every 6 months
- C. Every 3 years
- D. Every year
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A complete physical is recommended annually after 75.
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When assessing the skin of an older adult patient who is complaining of pruritus, what should the nurse advise the patient to avoid to reduce further drying of her skin?
- A. Perfumed soap
- B. Hard-milled soap
- C. Antibacterial soap
- D. Lotion soap
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antibacterial soap is very drying.
When an older female patient complains of painful sexual intercourse, what should the nurse recognize as the probable cause?
- A. Urinary incontinence
- B. Arthritic joints
- C. Kyphosis
- D. Mucosal drying
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sexual intercourse may be uncomfortable because of drying of the mucosa of the vagina.
Which symptom of diabetes distorts tactile sensation?
- A. Proprioception
- B. Loss of visual acuity
- C. Progressive paresis
- D. Peripheral neuropathy
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peripheral neuropathy is the presence of abnormal sensation and it distorts tactile sensation.
When discussing aging, to whom does the term older adulthood apply?
- A. Age 55 and above
- B. Age 65 and above
- C. Age 70 and above
- D. Age 75 and above
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Older adulthood begins at about age 65.
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation?
- A. Intake of antacids several times a day
- B. Taking a laxative once a week
- C. Excessive exercise routine
- D. Eating two apples a day
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intake of antacids is constipating. All other options decrease the risk of constipation.