Deck 9: The Older Person

Question 1

Which statement about growth and development is correct?

A) Some stages overlap.
B) A stage can be skipped.
C) They occur in a sequence, order, and pattern.
D) Stages share some of the same characteristics and developmental tasks.

Answer 1

They occur in a sequence, order, and pattern.

Question 2

Which is a developmental task of toddlerhood?

A) Learning to walk
B) Learning to eat solid foods
C) Using words to communicate
D) Performing self-care

Answer 2

Using words to communicate

Question 3

Developmental tasks of the preschool child include which of the following?

A) Performing self-care
B) Learning gender-appropriate behaviors and attitudes
C) Gaining control of bowel and bladder function
D) Using words to communicate

Answer 3

Performing self-care

Question 4

Which is a developmental task for school-age children?

A) Developing appropriate relationships with males and females of the same age
B) Accepting changes in the body and appearance
C) Developing a conscience and morals
D) Developing and keeping friendships with peers

Question 5

Which is a developmental task of late adulthood?

A) Adjusting to aging parents
B) Adjusting to retirement and reduced income
C) Adjusting to physical changes
D) Becoming a parent and raising children

Question 6

Persons 65 years and older are considered:

A) adulthood.
B) middle Adulthood.
C) late adulthood.
D) very old.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about aging is correct?

A) Most changes are slow.
B) Changes occur all at once
C) Changes occur in only appearance.
D) Psychological and social changes do not typically occur.

Question 8

Some children care for older parents. Which is correct?

A) This helps some older people feel more secure.
B) This helps all older people feel wanted and useful.
C) It is always a smooth adjustment.
D) It is easy for both the parent and the child to begin living with one another again.

Question 9

Which statement about aging is correct?

A) Body processes slow down.
B) Energy level increases.
C) Changes are always noted when they occur.
D) People age at the same rate.

Question 10

Which statement about changes in the skin is correct?

A) The skin becomes thicker.
B) Folds, lines, and wrinkles appear.
C) The skin is stronger and harder to injure.
D) Oil and sweat glands secrete more.

Question 11

To stay warm, older people may need which of the following?

A) Lighter-weight clothing
B) Fewer blankets
C) Hot water bottles
D) Warmer room temperatures

Question 12

Musculoskeletal changes in older persons require which of the following?

A) Rest more than usual.
B) Refrain from exercise.
C) Have a diet high in protein, calcium, and vitamins.
D) Walk on their own without assistance to regain strength.

Question 13

Which helps to prevent bone loss and muscle strength?

A) Decreased calcium
B) Decreased protein
C) A balanced diet
D) Bed rest

Question 14

Changes in the nervous system:

A) increase the risk of falling.
B) increase the ability to fall asleep.
C) enhance memory.
D) increase response time.

Question 15

Age-related changes in the eye cause which of the following?

A) Better vision at night
B) Increased ability to accommodate when changing from a dark to a bright room
C) Nearsightedness
D) Decreased tear secretion

Question 16

Which statement about changes in the respiratory system is correct?

A) Respiratory muscles weaken.
B) Lung tissue is more elastic.
C) Coughing may be easier to accomplish.
D) Respiratory infections and diseases are easily tolerated due to the maturity of the systems.

Question 17

An older person has respiratory changes. Which would be helpful?

A) Shallow breathing
B) Lying flat on their back
C) Repositioning
D) Resting as much as possible

Question 18

The person with chewing difficulties would want to choose:

A) high-fiber foods.
B) raw vegetable sticks.
C) cooked fruits and vegetables.
D) crunchy foods.

Question 19

In women, which of the following occur with aging?

A) The uterus, vagina, and external genitalia shrink.
B) Vaginal walls become fatty.
C) Vaginal moisture increases.
D) Intercourse becomes more pleasurable.

Question 20

You are looking for a quality nursing center. Which should impress you?

A) Few hand rails in hallways
B) No marking of exits
C) Attractive dining rooms
D) The smell of scented sprays

Question 21

Which statement about quality nursing centers is correct?

A) Residents have no access to toilets without assistance.
B) Residents look tired and unclean.
C) Staff is friendly and well groomed.
D) Heavy odors are present.

Question 22

Which statement about OBRA requirements is correct?

A) The environment has a pleasant, sweet-smelling odor.
B) There is little to no lighting.
C) Rooms and hallways are painted blue or green.
D) The environment is free of hazards.

Question 23

Persons needing nursing center care often suffer many losses. Which is a common loss?

A) Loss of limb
B) Loss of job
C) Loss of independence
D) Loss of children

Question 24

According to U.S. government reports, people are living longer than ever before.