Deck 2: Theories of Aging

Question 1

The theory of aging that suggests the basis for aging results from decreased weight of the thymus and decreased ability to produce T-cell differentiation is known as:

A) cross-link theory.
B) free radical theory.
C) stochastic theory.
D) immunity theory.

Answer 1

immunity theory.

Question 2

A married couple are residents of a life care community.They retired to the community after the husband had heart surgery.The wife has always been physically and socially active and joined an aerobic class,knitting groups,and a book club shortly after moving to the community.She walks on a daily basis and swims twice a week.Her husband spends his days reading and watching television.He was never a social person and enjoys being by himself.Which of the sociological theories of aging best describes the couple?

A) Role theory
B) Disengagement theory
C) Continuity theory
D) Personality theory

Answer 2

Continuity theory

Question 3

You are caring for a 90-year-old resident of an assisted living facility.He seems sad and depressed and frequently talks about how his health has declined during the past few years.He talks about all of the things he planned to do once he retired,but was not able to due to a recent stroke.You respond to him by helping him understand that changes in health are often a challenge that older adults must cope with and adapt to in order to age successfully.This response is based on what type of aging theory?

A) Biological
B) Psychological
C) Social
D) Spiritual

Answer 3

Psychological

Question 4

A community health nurse provides an annual flu prevention workshop at a local senior center.The activities include a lecture on preventing infections,which includes hand washing and limiting exposure to individuals who are ill,as well as an influenza immunization clinic.The nurse is basing her activities on what theory of aging?

A) Wear and tear
B) Cross-link
C) Immunity
D) Free radical

Question 5

A 66-year-old retired professional basketball player is admitted to the hospital for a total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis.In preparing preoperative teaching for this patient,you may want to include which theory of aging to help him understand how the disease has progressed?

A) Free radical theory
B) Wear and tear theory
C) Gene theory
D) Cross-link theory

Question 6

Select the true statement regarding the nonstochastic group of theories.

A) Aging events occur randomly.
B) Biological aging is genetically programmed.
C) Aging is a result of an accumulation of errors in RNA and DNA metabolism.
D) The free radical theory is an example of this type of theory.

Question 7

The family member of a patient asks you if vitamin C will prevent aging.In formulating your response,you are considering what biological theory of aging?

A) Free radical theory
B) Immunity theory
C) Clinker theory
D) Continuity theory

Question 8

Erikson's stage or task for later life is:

A) ego maturation vs.stagnation.
B) ego transcendence vs.ego preoccupation.
C) generativity.
D) ego integrity vs.despair.

Question 9

In your discharge teaching of your client with diabetes,you use concepts from the activity theory of aging when you instruct your client to:

A) continue her daily walking routine.
B) curtail further increases in physical activity.
C) limit contact with children.
D) avoid exposing herself to crowds.

Question 10

During her nursing admission assessment,your patient tells you that she is taking several herbs and supplements because she heard that they can slow down the aging process.She asks you if this is true.When answering her,which theory of aging should you consider?

A) Cross-link theory
B) Error theory
C) Free radical theory
D) Nutrition theory