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RESEARCHED GERIATRIC (HESI) EXAM TEST To what age group does the term "aged" apply? a. 55-64 years of age b. 65-74 years of age c. 75-84 years of age d. 85 and older - CORRECT ANSWER -C. 75-84 years of age Which is true of ageism? a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the basis of age. b. It causes a person to fear aging. c. It involves the use of cultural sensitivity to address concerns of aging. d. It focuses on resources for the older adult. - CORRECT ...

RESEARCHED GERIATRIC (HESI) EXAM TEST To what age group does the term "aged" apply? a. 55-64 years of age b. 65-74 years of age c. 75-84 years of age d. 85 and older - CORRECT ANSWER -C. 75-84 years of age Which is true of ageism? a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the basis of age. b. It causes a person to fear aging. c. It involves the use of cultural sensitivity to address concerns of aging. d. It focuses on resources for the older adult. - CORRECT ...

RESEARCHED GERIATRIC (HESI) EXAM TEST To what age group does the term "aged" apply? a. 55-64 years of age b. 65-74 years of age c. 75-84 years of age d. 85 and older - CORRECT ANSWER -C. 75-84 years of age Which is true of ageism? a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the basis of age. b. It causes a person to fear aging. c. It involves the use of cultural sensitivity to address concerns of aging. d. It focuses on resources for the older adult. - CORRECT ...

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Aging Quiz 1 The term _____ is used to describe the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and health problems specific to older adults - ANS Geriatrics The economic status of older people - ANS Is extremely varied Which country has the oldest population in 2017 - ANS Japan The systemic labeling and discrimination against people who are old is called - ANS Ageism The negative attitudes of healthcare workers toward older patients can be attributed in part to the wo...

Study Guide - Gerontology Quiz 1 What should a nurse assess in a patient with multi-infarct dementia? - ANS -aka vascular dementia -brain & heart are most common cause (small stroke can cause b/c lack of O2 to brain & nerve cells) -more progressive than AD An aging patient's skin becomes dry, thin, and friable. What should a nurse do when providing skin care for an older client? - ANS Apply lotion to keep client's skin soft and to promote peripheral circulation. Special bath oils a...

Nclex questions The nurse is setting up an education session with an 85-year-old patient who will be going home on anticoagulant therapy. Which strategy would reflect consideration of aging changes that may exist with this patient? A. Show a colorful video about anticoagulation therapy. B. Present all the information in one session just before discharge. C. Give the patient pamphlets about the medications to read at home. D. Develop large-print handouts that reflect the verbal ...

Gerontology Exam 1 gerontology - ANS the holistic study of the aging processes and individuals as they mature throughout the adult life span gerontology includes: - ANS 1. the study of the physical, mental, and social changes of aging 2. analysis of the changes in society as a result of an aging population 3. application of this knowledge to policies and program development geriatrics - ANS the field more closely aligned with medicine geriatrics involves: - ANS 1. the s...

Geriatrics, Test Questions Exam 2 Geriatrics, Test Questions Exam 2 Ch. 23: Which of the following is true about tolterodine? a. It should be avoided in men with prostatic hypertrophy. b. It increases the risk of constipation compared to oral oxybutynin. c. It acts by ablating detrusor spasms. d. It has greater risk of adverse effects with its twice daily formulation. - ANS D Ch. 23: An 82-year-old man, Mr. A, complains of worsening nocturia, occurring four times per night. His ...