Question 1

Older people with multiple chronic conditions rate their quality of life lower than do their physicians.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

The best way to prevent falls among older people in their homes is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  move them to a nursing home. 
B)  make physical modifications to the home. 
C)  give them medications to control their balance. 
D)  encourage slowing down of their activity level. 
A)  move them to a nursing home. 
B)  make physical modifications to the home. 
C)  give them medications to control their balance. 
D)  encourage slowing down of their activity level. B

Question 3

In a National Health Interview survey, what percentage of older adults had not obtained care from a dentist in the previous five years?

Accepted Answer

A)  about 30% 
B)  50% 
C)  75% 
D)  less than 10% 
A)  about 30% 
B)  50% 
C)  75% 
D)  less than 10% A

Question 4

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  inactivity. 
B)  visual impairments. 
C)  medications that can cause postural hypotension. 
D)  overexertion. 
A)  inactivity. 
B)  visual impairments. 
C)  medications that can cause postural hypotension. 
D)  overexertion.

Question 5

As people age:

Accepted Answer

A)  the incidence of acute diseases increases. 
B)  the incidence of chronic conditions increases. 
C)  older men are more likely than women to develop chronic diseases. 
D)  functional health declines significantly. 
A)  the incidence of acute diseases increases. 
B)  the incidence of chronic conditions increases. 
C)  older men are more likely than women to develop chronic diseases. 
D)  functional health declines significantly.

Question 6

The effectiveness of health promotion programs with older adults can be enhanced by:

Accepted Answer

A)  utilizing social support. 
B)  providing opportunities for intergenerational activities. 
C)  utilizing available resources. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  utilizing social support. 
B)  providing opportunities for intergenerational activities. 
C)  utilizing available resources. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 7

The primary goal of "Healthy People 2010" for older Americans is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  improve their quality of life. 
B)  extend their life expectancy. 
C)  increase medical services aimed at older adults. 
D)  improve the health of older women. 
A)  improve their quality of life. 
B)  extend their life expectancy. 
C)  increase medical services aimed at older adults. 
D)  improve the health of older women.

Question 8

More than ________ percent of persons age 70 and over have at least one chronic condition.

Accepted Answer

The answer of More than ________ percent of persons age...

Question 9

Medicare covers prevention services.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Older people with incontinence:

Accepted Answer

A)  make up about 50% of men over age 65. 
B)  should be examined for reversible causes. 
C)  can generally be treated with medications only. 
D)  consume more fluids. 
A)  make up about 50% of men over age 65. 
B)  should be examined for reversible causes. 
C)  can generally be treated with medications only. 
D)  consume more fluids.

Question 11

Examples of improved environmental design that can help older drivers include(s):

Accepted Answer

A)  airbags that have lower power. 
B)  devices that limit the maximum possible speed. 
C)  wider rearview mirrors. 
D)  A & C. 
A)  airbags that have lower power. 
B)  devices that limit the maximum possible speed. 
C)  wider rearview mirrors. 
D)  A & C.

Question 12

Health promotion programs strictly work toward facilitating less disease among older adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following has not been found after regular use of combined HRT among older women?

Accepted Answer

A)  replenishment of bone density to pre-menopausal levels 
B)  improved cholesterol levels 
C)  fewer episodes of hot flashes 
D)  relief of vaginal dryness 
A)  replenishment of bone density to pre-menopausal levels 
B)  improved cholesterol levels 
C)  fewer episodes of hot flashes 
D)  relief of vaginal dryness

Question 14

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  multiple diseases. 
B)  being overweight. 
C)  unfamiliar environments. 
D)  fear of falling. 
A)  multiple diseases. 
B)  being overweight. 
C)  unfamiliar environments. 
D)  fear of falling.

Question 15

The most important treatment for arthritis is to limit any physical activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Once older adults enter the dental care system, their average number of annual visits is similar to that of younger people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Approximately what percent of newly diagnosed people with HIV are over age 50?

Accepted Answer

A)  15% 
B)  25% 
C)  35% 
D)  48% 
A)  15% 
B)  25% 
C)  35% 
D)  48%

Question 18

All of the following are related to good health outcomes except:

Accepted Answer

A)  avoiding alcohol. 
B)  not smoking. 
C)  exercising regularly. 
D)  sleeping 7-8 hours nightly. 
A)  avoiding alcohol. 
B)  not smoking. 
C)  exercising regularly. 
D)  sleeping 7-8 hours nightly.

Question 19

The most common OTC (over the counter) medication used by older adults is:

Accepted Answer

A)  aspirin. 
B)  antacid. 
C)  cold medicine. 
D)  diuretic. 
A)  aspirin. 
B)  antacid. 
C)  cold medicine. 
D)  diuretic.

Question 20

Identify the gender, ethnic, and racial differences in diabetes.

Accepted Answer

Diabetes risk is higher for older Africa

Older people with multiple chronic conditions rate their quality of life lower than do their physicians.

The best way to prevent falls among older people in their homes is to:

In a National Health Interview survey, what percentage of older adults had not obtained care from a dentist in the previous five years?

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

As people age:

The effectiveness of health promotion programs with older adults can be enhanced by:

The primary goal of "Healthy People 2010" for older Americans is to:

More than ________ percent of persons age 70 and over have at least one chronic condition.

Medicare covers prevention services.

Older people with incontinence:

Examples of improved environmental design that can help older drivers include(s):

Health promotion programs strictly work toward facilitating less disease among older adults.

Which of the following has not been found after regular use of combined HRT among older women?

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

The most important treatment for arthritis is to limit any physical activity.

Once older adults enter the dental care system, their average number of annual visits is similar to that of younger people.

Approximately what percent of newly diagnosed people with HIV are over age 50?

All of the following are related to good health outcomes except:

The most common OTC (over the counter) medication used by older adults is:

Identify the gender, ethnic, and racial differences in diabetes.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Living Arrangements and Social Interactions

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

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Exam 4: Managing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Well Being in Old Age

Older people with multiple chronic conditions rate their quality of life lower than do their physicians.

The best way to prevent falls among older people in their homes is to:

In a National Health Interview survey, what percentage of older adults had not obtained care from a dentist in the previous five years?

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

As people age:

The effectiveness of health promotion programs with older adults can be enhanced by:

The primary goal of "Healthy People 2010" for older Americans is to:

More than ________ percent of persons age 70 and over have at least one chronic condition.

Medicare covers prevention services.

Older people with incontinence:

Examples of improved environmental design that can help older drivers include(s):

Health promotion programs strictly work toward facilitating less disease among older adults.

Which of the following has not been found after regular use of combined HRT among older women?

Risk factors for falls include all of the following except:

The most important treatment for arthritis is to limit any physical activity.

Once older adults enter the dental care system, their average number of annual visits is similar to that of younger people.

Approximately what percent of newly diagnosed people with HIV are over age 50?

All of the following are related to good health outcomes except:

The most common OTC (over the counter) medication used by older adults is:

Identify the gender, ethnic, and racial differences in diabetes.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Living Arrangements and Social Interactions

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

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