GERIATRIC AGING AND HEALTH CARE ACTUAL EXAM 155

GERIATRIC AGING AND HEALTH CARE ACTUAL EXAM |155

QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS

• What is one of the primary objectives of Healthy People 2020?

Achieve health equity Increase the aging population Promote unhealthy lifestyles Reduce healthcare costs

• In a scenario where an elderly patient is suffering from a bacterial

infection, how would a healthcare provider utilizing western or biomedical systems treatment likely respond?By administering antibiotics to eliminate the infection.By providing counseling to address emotional distress.By conducting a spiritual assessment to understand their beliefs.By recommending community support services for emotional care.

• Who are the primary caregivers in a nursing home setting?

CNAs and nursing aides Registered nurses Physicians Physical therapists

• In a community health program aimed at older adults, which strategy

would best align with the principles of western or biomedical systems prevention?Implementing educational workshops on avoiding harmful 1 / 4

dietary agents. 2 / 4

Organizing weekly social gatherings to promote interaction.Providing free access to mental health services.Encouraging older adults to participate in extreme sports for fitness.

• Describe how the age stratification theory incorporates historical context

in its analysis of older adults.The theory examines how historical content influences social and cultural expressions of age.The theory focuses solely on biological changes in aging.The theory disregards cultural factors in aging.The theory only considers economic impacts of aging.

• The majority of direct care provided to patients in residential care

facilities is provided by:

Aides Registered nurses Physicians Physical therapists

• What is the definition of "health"?

Physical, mental, social well-being and absence of disease Ability to care for oneself A feeling of wellness all the time

8. The following is true about disengagement theory:

Disengagement is a process whereby people respond to aging by gradually withdrawing from the various roles and social relationships they occupied in middle age 3 / 4

Community disengagement is the process in which society withdraws from older people Some authorities claim disengagement is functional for older people, as they are thought to be gradually losing the energy and vitality to sustain all the roles and social relationships held in younger years All of the above are true

• What are the three components of Maslow's needs of belonging?

Friendships, family, and sexual intimacy.Food, shelter, and safety.Self-esteem, love, and acceptance.Health, wellness, and community.

• What is the primary focus of western or biomedical systems prevention?

Avoiding pathogens, chemicals, activities, and dietary agents that are thought to cause abnormalities.Promoting regular exercise and physical activity.Increasing social interactions among older adults.Enhancing mental health through therapy.

• Describe how aging affects balance and reaction time in older adults.

Aging leads to improved balance and faster reaction time.Aging leads to balance difficulties and delayed reaction time, increasing the risk of falls.Aging has no effect on balance or reaction time.Aging improves coordination and reduces fall risk.

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