Question 1

Which of the following reflects a possible cultural identity?

Accepted Answer

A) Race 
B) Religion 
C) Occupation 
D) Two of the above 
E) All of the above 
A) Race 
B) Religion 
C) Occupation 
D) Two of the above 
E) All of the above E

Question 2

Although increasing awareness of positive aging has begun to improve attitudes,this outlook has been criticized for its potential to:

Accepted Answer

A) Encourage subtle discrimination against those who are not able to age well 
B) Raise unrealistic expectations among older adults about what the experience will be like 
C) Reduce family support because families assume elders will do fine without them 
D) Encourage older adults to do too much and wear themselves out 
A) Encourage subtle discrimination against those who are not able to age well 
B) Raise unrealistic expectations among older adults about what the experience will be like 
C) Reduce family support because families assume elders will do fine without them 
D) Encourage older adults to do too much and wear themselves out A

Question 3

A "sign" of physical abuse would be:

Accepted Answer

A) Witnessing a son hit his elderly mother 
B) Identifying a care provider as having a history of anger management problems 
C) Seeing several bruises on a patient's body 
D) Discovering an older adult has a history of mental illness 
A) Witnessing a son hit his elderly mother 
B) Identifying a care provider as having a history of anger management problems 
C) Seeing several bruises on a patient's body 
D) Discovering an older adult has a history of mental illness C

Question 4

Of the following,the most important risk factor for elder abuse is:

Accepted Answer

A) Reduced functional capacity 
B) Advanced age 
C) Low income 
D) Ethnic background 
A) Reduced functional capacity 
B) Advanced age 
C) Low income 
D) Ethnic background

Question 5

Among Chinese elders,factors associated with successful aging include:

Accepted Answer

A) Positive affect 
B) Functional status and productive involvement status 
C) Ability to care for family members 
D) Residence in rural areas with traditional values 
A) Positive affect 
B) Functional status and productive involvement status 
C) Ability to care for family members 
D) Residence in rural areas with traditional values

Question 6

Which of the following is a true statement about use of standardized evaluation tools across cultures?

Accepted Answer

A) Standardized evaluations have all been standardized for use with any cultural group. 
B) It is never possible to use standardized instruments with non-native English speakers. 
C) Caution must be used to ensure that an instrument has been standardized for the relevant group. 
D) Standardized instruments are not helpful with any groups that are not part of the majority population. 
A) Standardized evaluations have all been standardized for use with any cultural group. 
B) It is never possible to use standardized instruments with non-native English speakers. 
C) Caution must be used to ensure that an instrument has been standardized for the relevant group. 
D) Standardized instruments are not helpful with any groups that are not part of the majority population.

Question 7

Which of the following is a true statement about the responsibility of an occupational therapist or physical therapist who suspects elder abuse?

Accepted Answer

A) The professional has no obligation to take action because the physician or social worker should do so. 
B) In most states,therapists are obligated to report suspected abuse. 
C) Therapists should report suspicions to family members as a first step. 
D) It is rare that a therapist will see abuse,so understanding is not relevant. 
A) The professional has no obligation to take action because the physician or social worker should do so. 
B) In most states,therapists are obligated to report suspected abuse. 
C) Therapists should report suspicions to family members as a first step. 
D) It is rare that a therapist will see abuse,so understanding is not relevant.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT affected by cultural factors?

Accepted Answer

A) Occupational performance 
B) Performance skills 
C) Performance patterns 
D) All of these are affected by cultural factors 
A) Occupational performance 
B) Performance skills 
C) Performance patterns 
D) All of these are affected by cultural factors

Question 9

Which of the following is an ethical dilemma that might be faced by an occupational therapist treating an older adult?

Accepted Answer

A) Whether to recommend administration of pain medication 
B) Whether to tell family members about the patient's prognosis 
C) Whether to tell the elder's employer that he or she is ill 
D) Whether it is safe for the elder to drive 
A) Whether to recommend administration of pain medication 
B) Whether to tell family members about the patient's prognosis 
C) Whether to tell the elder's employer that he or she is ill 
D) Whether it is safe for the elder to drive

Question 10

In which of the following countries has change in demographic circumstances altered roles and expectations for older adults?

Accepted Answer

A) France 
B) China 
C) Japan 
D) Two of the above 
E) All of the above 
A) France 
B) China 
C) Japan 
D) Two of the above 
E) All of the above

Exam 6: Culture,ethics,and Elder Abuse

Which of the following reflects a possible cultural identity?

Although increasing awareness of positive aging has begun to improve attitudes,this outlook has been criticized for its potential to:

A "sign" of physical abuse would be:

Of the following,the most important risk factor for elder abuse is:

Among Chinese elders,factors associated with successful aging include:

Which of the following is a true statement about use of standardized evaluation tools across cultures?

Which of the following is a true statement about the responsibility of an occupational therapist or physical therapist who suspects elder abuse?

Which of the following is NOT affected by cultural factors?

Which of the following is an ethical dilemma that might be faced by an occupational therapist treating an older adult?

In which of the following countries has change in demographic circumstances altered roles and expectations for older adults?

Growing Old in Todays World

Theories of Aging: a Multidisciplinary Review for Occupational and Physical Therapists

Public Policy and Advocacy in North America

Policy and Systems Around the World: Supplemental Essays

Meaningful Occupation in Later Life

Cognitive Function

Cardiopulmonary and Cardiovascular Function

Sensory Function and Function Related to the Skin

Neuromuscular and Movement Functions: Muscle,bone,and Joints

Neuromuscular and Movement Function: Coordination,balance,and Gait

Cognitive and Emotional Function: Health Conditions

Cardiopulmonary and Cardiovascular Function: Health Conditions

Sensory Function,function Related to the Skin,and Pain: Health Conditions

Neuromuscular and Movement Function: Health Conditions

Neuromuscular and Movement Function: Falls

Considerations for Medical Care of Older Adults

Self-Care

Leisure

Work and Retirement

Environment,products,and Technology

Driving

Community Mobility

Interactions,relationships,and Sexuality

Learning in Later Life

Spirituality

Evaluation of Functional Performance

Health and Wellness Services

Community-Based Services

Primary Care

Rehabilitation

Home Health Care

Long-Term Care

Palliative Care, hospice, and Care at the End of Life

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