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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.
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What is one positive aspect of Parkinson disease?
- A. The disease does not alter ability to communicate.
- B. Anti-Parkinson drugs have few side effects.
- C. Intellectual function is not impaired.
- D. Involuntary movements can be controlled.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parkinson disease does not impair the intellect. The disease does alter the ability to communicate. Anti-Parkinson drugs have many side effects. The involuntary movements associated with the disease cannot be controlled.
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.
The nurse reminds the 80-year-old patient that her respiratory system has decreased resistance to respiratory infections. For what is this patient at increased risk?
- A. COPD
- B. Bronchitis
- C. Pneumonia
- D. Atelectasis
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased resistance to respiratory infections places older adults at higher risk for pneumonia.
When should family members of a stroke victim expect to see some of the neurologic involvement disappear?
- A. Within 2 to 3 weeks
- B. Within 1 to 2 months
- C. Within 3 to 6 months
- D. Within 6 to 9 months
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Some of the initial neurologic deficits of a cerebrovascular accident may disappear in 3 to 6 months.
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.