Question 1

Changing demographics in America are leading to which of the following shifts in health care?

Accepted Answer

A)  More than one-third of hospitalized patients are aged 65 and older. 
B)  The number of children seen in hospitals is on the rise. 
C)  The proportion of older adults reached its peak in 2010. 
D)  With advances in health care, most people will live into their ninth decade. 
A)  More than one-third of hospitalized patients are aged 65 and older. 
B)  The number of children seen in hospitals is on the rise. 
C)  The proportion of older adults reached its peak in 2010. 
D)  With advances in health care, most people will live into their ninth decade. A

Question 2

Trend(s) in the older adult veteran population include:

Accepted Answer

A)  increasing numbers overall. 
B)  increasing numbers of women. 
C)  a majority who seek health care outside of the VA system. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  increasing numbers overall. 
B)  increasing numbers of women. 
C)  a majority who seek health care outside of the VA system. 
D)  all of the above D

Question 3

Rural elders are more likely to live in nursing homes than older adults in more populated regions because rural elders:

Accepted Answer

A)  have more limited health options. 
B)  are more likely to be in poor health. 
C)  may be socially isolated. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  have more limited health options. 
B)  are more likely to be in poor health. 
C)  may be socially isolated. 
D)  all of the above D

Question 4

As people age, obesity significantly impacts their lives. Which of the following factors are affected by being overweight?

Accepted Answer

A)  life expectancy 
B)  age of retirement 
C)  degree of disability 
D)  all of the above 
A)  life expectancy 
B)  age of retirement 
C)  degree of disability 
D)  all of the above

Question 5

Which of the following is true about skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most nursing homes will not accept Medicare. 
B)  The number of older adults living in nursing homes is increasing. 
C)  Short-term rehabilitation following hospitalization is often provided in a nursing home. 
D)  The majority of nursing home residents are Caucasian males. 
A)  Most nursing homes will not accept Medicare. 
B)  The number of older adults living in nursing homes is increasing. 
C)  Short-term rehabilitation following hospitalization is often provided in a nursing home. 
D)  The majority of nursing home residents are Caucasian males.

Question 6

Mrs. Yoo is 85 years old and is admitted for coronary artery bypass surgery. She has been living independently in her own home until this admission. What are some considerations you would have as the admitting nurse?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because she has been healthy until this admission, Mrs. Yoo should be able to care for herself at home following discharge. 
B)  Given the major surgery Mrs. Yoo will have, arrangements should be made with family members to sell her home and to move her to a skilled care facility after discharge. 
C)  Mrs. Woo is likely to need some assistance when she goes home, so arrangements with home care nursing services should be arranged. 
D)  She most likely has relatives who can help her, so it is not a concern. 
A)  Because she has been healthy until this admission, Mrs. Yoo should be able to care for herself at home following discharge. 
B)  Given the major surgery Mrs. Yoo will have, arrangements should be made with family members to sell her home and to move her to a skilled care facility after discharge. 
C)  Mrs. Woo is likely to need some assistance when she goes home, so arrangements with home care nursing services should be arranged. 
D)  She most likely has relatives who can help her, so it is not a concern.

Question 7

Your 74-year-old patient is capable of caring for himself but feels very isolated in his home since his wife died 2 years ago. He has good financial resources and asks you what senior housing options would be best suited to his needs. Given his ability for self-care, you suggest which of the following options:

Accepted Answer

A)  assisted-living community 
B)  age-restricted living community 
C)  long-term care facility 
D)  home care services 
A)  assisted-living community 
B)  age-restricted living community 
C)  long-term care facility 
D)  home care services

Question 8

Young-old refers to which of the following age groups?

Accepted Answer

A)  56 to 64 
B)  65 to 75 
C)  85 to 99 
D)  100 and older 
A)  56 to 64 
B)  65 to 75 
C)  85 to 99 
D)  100 and older

Question 9

Which of the following is true about older adults in the workforce?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most working older adults prefer not to work. 
B)  The number of adults aged 65 and older who work is declining. 
C)  Working adults tend to be more physically active in their leisure time. 
D)  Finances are the most common reason older adults give as why they work. 
A)  Most working older adults prefer not to work. 
B)  The number of adults aged 65 and older who work is declining. 
C)  Working adults tend to be more physically active in their leisure time. 
D)  Finances are the most common reason older adults give as why they work.

Question 10

Which of the following factors are associated with longevity?

Accepted Answer

A)  social support system 
B)  consuming locally-grown produce 
C)  weight within normal limits 
D)  all of the above 
A)  social support system 
B)  consuming locally-grown produce 
C)  weight within normal limits 
D)  all of the above

Changing demographics in America are leading to which of the following shifts in health care?

Trend(s) in the older adult veteran population include:

Rural elders are more likely to live in nursing homes than older adults in more populated regions because rural elders:

As people age, obesity significantly impacts their lives. Which of the following factors are affected by being overweight?

Which of the following is true about skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes?

Mrs. Yoo is 85 years old and is admitted for coronary artery bypass surgery. She has been living independently in her own home until this admission. What are some considerations you would have as the admitting nurse?

Young-old refers to which of the following age groups?

Which of the following is true about older adults in the workforce?

Which of the following factors are associated with longevity?

What Does It Mean to Age Successfully

Midrange Theory of Successful Aging

Challenges and Opportunities of Growing Old

An Evidence-Based Team Approach to Optimal Wellness

Engaging Older Adults As Partners in Their Care

Health Priorities for the Older Adult

Challenges to Physical Health

Assessing the Older Adult: Whats Different

Staying Physically Fit As We Age

Assistive Technology to Optimize Physical Functioning

Optimizing Rest and Sleep Patterns

Intimacy, Sexuality, and Aging

Healthy Eating

Using Medications Safely and Effectively

Economic Considerations of Aging

Living Safely in the Environment

Legal Considerations

Older Adults As Caregivers and Care Recipients

Relating to Older Adults in a Culturally Diverse World

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Older Adults

Challenges to Mental Wellness

Spirituality in Aging

Planning for the End of Life

International Perspectives on Aging

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Exam 3: Understanding Older Adults: US and Global Perspectives

Changing demographics in America are leading to which of the following shifts in health care?

Trend(s) in the older adult veteran population include:

Rural elders are more likely to live in nursing homes than older adults in more populated regions because rural elders:

As people age, obesity significantly impacts their lives. Which of the following factors are affected by being overweight?

Which of the following is true about skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes?

Mrs. Yoo is 85 years old and is admitted for coronary artery bypass surgery. She has been living independently in her own home until this admission. What are some considerations you would have as the admitting nurse?

Young-old refers to which of the following age groups?

Which of the following is true about older adults in the workforce?

Which of the following factors are associated with longevity?

What Does It Mean to Age Successfully

Midrange Theory of Successful Aging

Challenges and Opportunities of Growing Old

An Evidence-Based Team Approach to Optimal Wellness

Engaging Older Adults As Partners in Their Care

Health Priorities for the Older Adult

Challenges to Physical Health

Assessing the Older Adult: Whats Different

Staying Physically Fit As We Age

Assistive Technology to Optimize Physical Functioning

Optimizing Rest and Sleep Patterns

Intimacy, Sexuality, and Aging

Healthy Eating

Using Medications Safely and Effectively

Economic Considerations of Aging

Living Safely in the Environment

Legal Considerations

Older Adults As Caregivers and Care Recipients

Relating to Older Adults in a Culturally Diverse World

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Older Adults

Challenges to Mental Wellness

Spirituality in Aging

Planning for the End of Life

International Perspectives on Aging

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