Question 1

The interaction of foundational coping processes can lead to which of the following constructs in Flood's theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence 
A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence D

Question 2

Challenges to successful aging include:

Accepted Answer

A)  insufficient numbers of providers trained in the care of older adults. 
B)  increasing numbers of older adults living longer with chronic diseases. 
C)  disparities in care provision across ethnic and racial groups. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  insufficient numbers of providers trained in the care of older adults. 
B)  increasing numbers of older adults living longer with chronic diseases. 
C)  disparities in care provision across ethnic and racial groups. 
D)  all of the above D

Question 3

At 93 years of age, Mrs. Wu is thinking about her life's accomplishments and contemplates the possibility of life after death. Mrs. Wu is exhibiting which coping process in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence 
A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence C

Question 4

Existential theories of aging propose that:

Accepted Answer

A)  life satisfaction depends on whether the need for personal meaning is met. 
B)  health requires having a worthwhile purpose, balanced abilities and challenges, adequate resources, and a positive attitude. 
C)  successful aging means a low risk for disease and disability, high mental and physical functioning, and active engagement with life. 
D)  spirituality decreases the sense of loss of control that accompanies an illness. 
A)  life satisfaction depends on whether the need for personal meaning is met. 
B)  health requires having a worthwhile purpose, balanced abilities and challenges, adequate resources, and a positive attitude. 
C)  successful aging means a low risk for disease and disability, high mental and physical functioning, and active engagement with life. 
D)  spirituality decreases the sense of loss of control that accompanies an illness.

Question 5

Nursing interventions to enhance functional performance mechanisms include:

Accepted Answer

A)  teaching a patient how to monitor exercise exertion. 
B)  helping patients to verbalize their feelings. 
C)  arranging a visit from the patient's religious leader. 
D)  listening to patients' expressed concerns about death. 
A)  teaching a patient how to monitor exercise exertion. 
B)  helping patients to verbalize their feelings. 
C)  arranging a visit from the patient's religious leader. 
D)  listening to patients' expressed concerns about death.

Question 6

Helping a patient gain confidence in care of their new colostomy is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  spiritual growth facilitation. 
B)  reminiscence therapy. 
C)  respecting differences. 
D)  self-efficacy enhancement. 
A)  spiritual growth facilitation. 
B)  reminiscence therapy. 
C)  respecting differences. 
D)  self-efficacy enhancement.

Question 7

Successful aging theories focusing on optimizing developmental potential and compensating for losses are known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  biopsychosocial theories. 
B)  cognitive/psychological theories. 
C)  spiritual theories. 
D)  existential philosophical theories. 
A)  biopsychosocial theories. 
B)  cognitive/psychological theories. 
C)  spiritual theories. 
D)  existential philosophical theories.

Question 8

Your elderly patient recently lost her husband and has decided to join an exercise class at the YMCA and volunteer at the senior center so that she does not feel so isolated. Her adaptation to this life change is an example of which concept in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence 
A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence

Question 9

Art therapy, facilitating forgiveness, and using literature to enhance the expression of feelings are strategies to enhance coping in which of the following dimensions?

Accepted Answer

A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence 
A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence

Question 10

At 65 years of age, Mr. Jones has gained nearly 20 pounds since retiring 10 years ago. At his latest visit to his physician, Mr. Jones learned that he has developed diabetes and will need to take oral medication. In order to understand how to control his diabetes, Mr. Jones decides to attend diabetic classes offered at his local hospital. Which coping process in Flood's theory of successful aging is Mr. Jones illustrating?

Accepted Answer

A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence 
A)  functional performance mechanisms 
B)  intrapsychic factors 
C)  spirituality 
D)  gerotranscendence

The interaction of foundational coping processes can lead to which of the following constructs in Flood's theory?

Challenges to successful aging include:

At 93 years of age, Mrs. Wu is thinking about her life's accomplishments and contemplates the possibility of life after death. Mrs. Wu is exhibiting which coping process in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Existential theories of aging propose that:

Nursing interventions to enhance functional performance mechanisms include:

Helping a patient gain confidence in care of their new colostomy is an example of:

Successful aging theories focusing on optimizing developmental potential and compensating for losses are known as:

Your elderly patient recently lost her husband and has decided to join an exercise class at the YMCA and volunteer at the senior center so that she does not feel so isolated. Her adaptation to this life change is an example of which concept in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Art therapy, facilitating forgiveness, and using literature to enhance the expression of feelings are strategies to enhance coping in which of the following dimensions?

What Does It Mean to Age Successfully

Understanding Older Adults: US and Global Perspectives

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 2: Midrange Theory of Successful Aging

The interaction of foundational coping processes can lead to which of the following constructs in Flood's theory?

Challenges to successful aging include:

At 93 years of age, Mrs. Wu is thinking about her life's accomplishments and contemplates the possibility of life after death. Mrs. Wu is exhibiting which coping process in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Existential theories of aging propose that:

Nursing interventions to enhance functional performance mechanisms include:

Helping a patient gain confidence in care of their new colostomy is an example of:

Successful aging theories focusing on optimizing developmental potential and compensating for losses are known as:

Your elderly patient recently lost her husband and has decided to join an exercise class at the YMCA and volunteer at the senior center so that she does not feel so isolated. Her adaptation to this life change is an example of which concept in Flood's theory of successful aging?

Art therapy, facilitating forgiveness, and using literature to enhance the expression of feelings are strategies to enhance coping in which of the following dimensions?

What Does It Mean to Age Successfully

Understanding Older Adults: US and Global Perspectives

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

Filters