Deck 16: Families in Later Life

Question 1

Which of the following is true of Alzheimer's disease?

A) It is a degenerative disorder that diminishes the white blood corpuscles count.
B) It is a degenerative disorder of the lungs.
C) It is a degenerative disorder that attacks the brain and impairs thinking.
D) It is a degenerative disorder of muscle fibers.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Latinos generally have lower education levels and households incomes but higher life expectancy.Which of the following is the reason for their higher life expectancy?

A) Latinos are more likely to have a stronger social support system that helps them when they get sick.
B) Foreign-born Latinos don't tend to return to their country of origin when they fall ill.
C) U.S.-born Latinos, compared with other populations, are more likely to smoke and take prescription drugs.
D) Most Latinos who emigrate tend to be people in the young-old age group.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A scientist who studies the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging is known as a(n)________.

A) gerontologist
B) chronologist
C) enologist
D) cytologist

Answer 3

A

Question 4

________ siblings are indifferent, rarely think about each other, and have little contact with each other.

A) Hostile
B) Apathetic
C) Congenial
D) Autocratic

Question 5

In the ________ style of caregiving, a brother or sister might step in when help is needed but don't initiate involvement.

A) routine help
B) backup
C) sporadic
D) disassociated

Question 6

________ refers to the average number of years a person can expect to live.

A) Life expectancy
B) Life fitness
C) Living trajectory
D) Living will

Question 7

Which of the following is found to be one of the most common mental health problems among older people?

A) dementia
B) ADHD
C) paranoia
D) dyslexia

Question 8

Which of the following individuals would be an example of sporadic sibling?

A) John, who visits his aged mother whenever he is in town
B) Alex, who has always helped his sister when it comes to taking care of their aged parents
C) Rita, who tells her younger brother that she wouldn't be able to help with looking after their father during summer break
D) Jake, who has taken up the responsibility of buying his parents medications for them every single week

Question 9

________ is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain and impairs memory, thinking, and behavior.

A) Doublethink
B) Dyslexia
C) Alzheimer's disease
D) Cognitive dissonance

Question 10

The people of Marksenia have high-pressure jobs and most of them die at the average age of 60.This number would be referred to as the ________ of Marksenia.

A) living will
B) life fitness
C) life expectancy
D) old-age dependency ratio

Question 11

________ is the loss of mental abilities that most commonly occurs late in life.

A) Depression
B) Dementia
C) Schizophrenia
D) Dyslexia

Question 12

The customary outward expression of loss is called ________.

A) grief
B) mourning
C) depression
D) remorse

Question 13

Which of the following would be an example of an involved and influential grandparent?

A) Megan's grandfather helps her get away with the mischievous things she does and supports her when her father scolds her.
B) Rachel's grandfather takes her for walks where he helps her with problems that she's facing at school and at home.
C) Henry's grandmother lives far away from where he does, but she calls him on the weekends to speak to him.
D) Jack's grandmother invites him to spend the weekend with her once a month at her place, where he is pampered with gifts.

Question 14

Mary's grandfather has just turned 68 years old.He would be categorized under the ________ people.

A) old-old
B) young-old
C) oldest-old
D) young-senior

Question 15

Which of the following is true of social security?

A) It is a public retirement pension system.
B) It is an investment plan for older people.
C) It is a federal health insurance program for people age 65 and older.
D) It is a financial benefit provided exclusively to custodial caregivers.

Question 16

Which of the following is true of death and disability issues among Americans over the age of 65?

A) There has been an increase in the death rates for heart disease and stroke.
B) There has been an increase in chronic and long-term illnesses.
C) There is an inversely proportional relationship found between better education and good health.
D) There is a steep decrease in disability rates.

Question 17

Discuss the five groups of siblings in later life.

Question 18

During which of the following age groups is a person categorized as young-old?

A) between 50 and 64
B) between 75 and 84
C) between 85 and 90
D) between 65 and 74

Question 19

People between ages 75 and 84 are called ________ people.

A) young-old
B) old-old
C) oldest-old
D) young-senior

Question 20

Which of the following is true of the differences between widowed women and their male counterparts in the age group of 65 and older?

A) Men are more likely to want to remain single than women.
B) Women are more likely than men to remarry.
C) Men are more likely to be divorced or separated than women.
D) Women are three times more likely than men to be widowed.

Question 21

Which of the following is true of involved and influential grandparents?

A) They live far apart from their grandchildren and see each other infrequently.
B) They don't talk to their grandchildren due to indifferences with their parents.
C) They can be spontaneous and playful and exert authority at times.
D) They only serve as an advisor to their grandchildren.

Question 22

Chelsea and Charles are siblings who are very affectionate and genuinely close to each other.Charles asked Chelsea if she could look after his dog as he had to go out of town.Chelsea said as much she would love to help out, she wouldn't be able to as she had to attend a dinner party with her husband.This is an example of a(n)________ sibling relationship.

A) congenial
B) intimate
C) loyal
D) apathetic

Question 23

Jenny claims that she has a remote relationship with her grandparents.Which of the following statements would support her claim?

A) Jenny's grandparents live with her and help her do her homework.
B) Jenny's grandparents live in another country and visit her once a year.
C) Jenny's grandparents consider her a problem child unlike her brother who they consider special.
D) Jenny's grandparents live with her and pay for her tuition.

Question 24

Henry claims his grandparents follow an advisory and authoritative style of grandparenting.Which of the following statements would support his claim?

A) Henry's grandfather lives in a different state and only meets him on holidays.
B) Henry's grandmother never speaks to him much as she spends most of her time in a mental institute.
C) Henry's grandfather visits him frequently and takes him to ball games and movies.
D) Henry's grandmother pays his tuition fees and helps him with his homework every.

Question 25

Which of the following is true of hostile siblings?

A) They have negative ties for a long time.
B) They are available because of family bonds rather than affection.
C) They are in contact with each other weekly or monthly.
D) They have no time for each other.

Question 26

Hayden tells his friend how his brother Mark had borrowed money from him years ago and didn't have the courtesy of returning it.They rarely keep in touch now.He also tells him that Mark was the problem child of the family and would frequently steal from their father's wallet.Hayden and John are an example of ________ siblings.

A) congenial
B) apathetic
C) hostile
D) autocratic

Question 27

Kelly claims that her grandmother used to follow an involved and influential grandparenting style.Which of the following statements would strengthen her claim?

A) Kelly's grandmother used to make her do her homework first and only then take her out to the park.
B) Kelly's grandmother used to spend most of her time in and out of rehab for alcohol addiction.
C) Kelly's grandmother used to only come visit her on her birthday every year and buy her a gift.
D) Kelly's grandmother used to live with her, pay for her school tuition and for her ballet classes, and make the rules of the house.

Question 28

Peyton calls her sister Sanchez on special occasions, but she keeps the conversation brief as she isn't interested in her sister's affairs and knows that the feeling is mutual.Peyton and Sanchez are an example of ________ siblings.

A) hostile
B) intimate
C) congenial
D) apathetic

Question 29

________ grandparents have a legal relationship with their grandchildren through adoption and guardianship.

A) Remote
B) Custodial
C) Supportive
D) Living-with

Question 30

Melody's grandmother takes her to the park every Wednesday evening and visits her on weekends.Despite being close to Melody, she stays out of decisions that Melody's parents make with regard to her well-being.Melody's grandmother shows an example of a(n)________ grandparenting style.

A) authoritative and advisory
B) companionate and supportive
C) authoritative and companionate
D) remote and involved

Question 31

________ siblings are available because of family bonds rather than affection or closeness.

A) Congenial
B) Loyal
C) Apathetic
D) Intimate

Question 32

Leon claims that his grandparents follow a more companionate and supportive style of grandparenting rather than remote.Which of the following statements would strengthen his claim?

A) Leon's grandfather lives in another state and sends him a $20 note on his birthday.
B) Leon's grandfather lives in another state and comes to visit him every Christmas.
C) Leon's grandfather visits him every weekend and takes him out for a movie or ball game.
D) Leon's grandfather views Mark, Leon's brother, as the favorite of all his grandchildren.

Question 33

Which of the following is true of remote grandparents?

A) They live far apart from their grandchildren and see each other infrequently.
B) They tend to provide emotional and instrumental support but don't interfere with parenting.
C) They can be spontaneous and playful and exert authority at times.
D) They serve as advisors to their grandchildren.

Question 34

________ is a public retirement pension system administered by the federal government.

A) Public offering
B) Social capital
C) Social security
D) Living wills

Question 35

Which of the following is true of congenial siblings?

A) They rarely think about each other.
B) They help each other no matter what the situation.
C) They result from family bonds rather than affection.
D) They give each other help when it doesn't conflict other obligations.

Question 36

Jack's grandfather has started leaving his things in awkward places.At times, he asks Jack over and over again where he is.He misplaces his money and doesn't remember payments that he has already made.Jack's grandfather is showing symptoms of ________.

A) Alzheimer's disease
B) schizophrenia
C) Parkinson's disease
D) dyslexia

Question 37

Max's grandparents live far apart from him, but they send him a birthday card on his birthday with a $10 note in it.Every summer Max goes to his grandparent's house and spends two days with them.Max's grandparents show an example of a(n)________ grandparenting style.

A) companionate and supportive
B) formal
C) decentralized
D) remote

Question 38

Ageism refers to the ________.

A) gradual loss of memory as a person gets older
B) study of the aging process
C) discrimination against people based on their age
D) transition of an individual from work life to retirement

Question 39

Jack said that he would cancel his vacation to New York as his sister Sandy needed his help moving her home.Jack and Sandy exhibit a(n)________ sibling relationship.

A) congenial
B) apathetic
C) intimate
D) hostile

Question 40

________ grandparents assume responsibility for the physical care of their grandchildren.

A) Sporadic
B) Apathetic
C) Day-care
D) Remote

Question 41

A ________ refers to the speed with which a person dies.

A) living will
B) dying trajectory
C) dying velocity
D) quantum trajectory

Question 42

________ has been found to be the most important reason for dating in widowhood.

A) Peer pressure
B) Maintaining financial stability
C) Need for companionship
D) Boredom

Question 43

According to Kubler-Ross, the first stage of dying is ________.

A) depression
B) bargaining
C) denial
D) anger

Question 44

Tatiana believes that her brother and she would be considered apathetic siblings.Which of the following statements will strengthen Tatiana's claim?

A) They are ready to help each other if it doesn't conflict with other obligations.
B) They have been in negative ties with each other for a long time.
C) They are indifferent about each other's business.
D) They are available for each other because of family bonds rather than genuine affection.

Question 45

Gail believes that her sister and she are hostile siblings.Which of the following statements will weaken Gail's claim?

A) They have had negative ties for a long time.
B) They talk ill of the other to their friends.
C) They resent each other and rarely meet.
D) They consider each other to be their confidant.

Question 46

In the ________ style of caregiving, sisters and brothers know that they can't count on each other at all.

A) sporadic
B) circumscribed
C) contingent
D) disassociated

Question 47

A legal document that specifies the medical treatments a person would like to receive if incapacitated is known as a ________.

A) medical power of attorney
B) living will
C) codicil
D) medical contract

Question 48

Laura believes that her siblings follow a sporadic style of caregiving.Which of the following statements would strengthen Laura's claim?

A) Her siblings are only ready to help out if it doesn't affect any of their other obligations.
B) Her siblings never make attempts to regularly contact their parents, nor are they available in time of need.
C) Her siblings' caregiving is limited to a predictable once-a-week call to their parents.
D) Her siblings are always ready to step in and help her when she has other obligations.

Question 49

Pete claims that his brother and he are congenial siblings.Which of the following statements will strengthen Pete's claim?

A) They are indifferent and rarely think about each other.
B) They have had negative ties for a long time.
C) They are ready to help each other if it doesn't conflict other obligations.
D) They are available because of family bonds rather than affection or closeness.

Question 50

________ refers to the process of recovery after the death of someone one felt close to.

A) Accommodation
B) Resentment
C) Bereavement
D) Indictment

Question 51

In the ________ style of caregiving, siblings provide services to their parents at their convenience.

A) disassociated
B) sporadic
C) contingent
D) backup

Question 52

Greg has made it clear to his sister that he would not be able to offer her any help toward taking care of their parents, who stay with her, as he has a very stressful work-life and will be travelling a lot.Which of the following styles of caregiving does Greg follow?

A) disassociated style
B) contingent style
C) backup style
D) circumscribed style

Question 53

Kimberly believes that her brother follows a backup style of caregiving.Which of the following statements would strengthen Kimberly's claim?

A) Her siblings only help out if it's convenient for them.
B) Her siblings step in to help whenever needed.
C) Her siblings are never ready to help out.
D) Her siblings stay geographically far away.

Question 54

Jessica believes that her brother James and she are loyal siblings.Which of the following statements will strengthen Jessica's claim?

A) They give each other help only if it doesn't conflict with other obligations.
B) Their relationship results from family bonds and not genuine affection and closeness.
C) They rarely think about each other but are in contact with each other.
D) They are very indifferent to each other and never keep in touch.

Question 55

Kirstin debates with Chris that there are no differences between intimate siblings and congenial siblings.Which of the following is an accurate statement that weakens Kirstin's claim?

A) Congenial siblings would offer help no matter what, whereas intimate siblings would only help if they have no prior obligations.
B) Intimate siblings would offer help no matter what, whereas congenial siblings would only if help they have no conflicting obligations.
C) Congenial siblings result from family bonds, whereas intimate siblings results from genuine affection and closeness.
D) Intimate siblings result from family bonds, whereas congenial siblings results from genuine affection and closeness.

Question 56

Every week, Melissa buys her old parents their provisions and anything else that they may require on a daily basis.Which of the following styles of caregiving does Melissa follow?

A) sporadic style
B) routine help style
C) circumscribed style
D) contingent style

Question 57

Caroline drops in to visit her old parents once or twice a month and gives them some money for their upkeep.However, there are certain months where she doesn't visit them at all and just calls them occasionally.Which of the following styles of caregiving does Caroline follow?

A) contingent style
B) circumscribed style
C) sporadic style
D) backup style

Question 58

Calvin claims that his siblings follow a circumscribed style of caregiving to their parents, both of whom stay with him.Which of the following statements would strengthen Calvin's claim?

A) His siblings incorporate assistance into their ongoing activities and are regularly available.
B) His siblings' caregiving is limited to a predictable once-a-week call to their parents.
C) His siblings are always ready to step in and help him when he has other obligations.
D) His siblings never make attempts to regularly contact their parents, nor are they available in time of need.

Question 59

A(n)________ refers to a place for the care of terminally ill patients.

A) infirmary
B) hospice
C) sanatorium
D) foster home

Question 60

Rachel prepares and delivers breakfast to her mother every day.She also visits her every evening to make her tea.However, on days when Rachel is unable to deliver the breakfast, she asks her brother, Steve, who lives nearby, if he could help.Steve is generally ready to help out unconditionally.Which of the following styles of caregiving does Steve follow?

A) sporadic style
B) backup style
C) routine help style
D) circumscribed style

Question 61

Larry believes that there are more widowed women in the world than men.Give a suitable answer that would support and strengthen Larry's belief.

Question 62

Discuss the various phases of grief.

Question 63

Discuss the general strains of caregiving.

Question 64

What is life expectancy? Describe how it varies with sex, race-ethnicity, and social class.

Question 65

List a few rules that would enable a person to live to an old age.

Question 66

Jack believes that there is no way to fix America's increasing health care costs.However, he believes that there are ways to curb costs.Give a suitable answer that would confirm and strengthen Jack's belief.

Question 67

Give a suitable answer that would be an example of a backup sibling.

Question 68

List three reasons why older Americans work full time or part time past the age of 65.

Question 69

Give a suitable answer that would serve as an example of apathetic siblings.

Question 70

Give a suitable example of a companionate and supportive style of grandparenting.