Exam 2: Theories of Aging

The nurse emphasizes that the relatively new theory that correlates restricted caloric intake to slowing of the aging process would probably extend the life span of the person, provided that the person __________. (Select all that apply.)

The nurse would recognize successful aging according to Jung's theory when a long-term care facility resident demonstrates which of the following behaviors?

What is the major objection to the disengagement theory?

The theory that proposes that defects in ribonucleic acid (RNA) protein production cause a progressive decline in the function of all cells is the __________ theory.

Which would be considered positive outcomes of Erikson's "life review"? (Select all that apply.)

How does a theory differ from a fact?

The patient asks the nurse to describe the neuroendocrine theory of aging. What would be an appropriate response by the nurse?

The nurse clarifies that the biologic theory that proposes that aging is based on the using up of a finite number of breaths or heartbeats is the ______ of ______ theory.

The theory that identifies an unstable molecule as the causative factor in aging is the _____ theory.

Which of the following would be selected for a diet high in antioxidants? (Select all that apply.)

The Gene Theory of aging suggests which of the following ?

A patient uses good health maintenance practices. What aging theory most accurately relates to the patient's practices?

What age-related illnesses are thought to cause the accumulation of free radicals? (Select all that apply.)

What is true of the psychosocial theories of aging?

How would an elderly female be most likely to reduce the amount of the free radical lipofuscin?

An 80-year-old teaches Sunday school each week and delivers food for Meals on Wheels. What theory of aging would apply?

The biological theory of aging uses a genetic perspective and suggests that aging is a programmed process in which _____________.

A recently widowed woman moved to an assisted living community because of her hypertension and joined a group to learn how to do water color painting with other women her age. Which theory of aging does the nurse assess the patient to be following?