Question 1

As older persons' health begins to deteriorate, caregiving often becomes the responsibility of their middle-aged children.Of the following people, who is the most likely to provide care for an aging parent?

A)A middle-aged son who is married and works full time from his home office
B)A middle-aged daughter-in-law who is a stay-at-home mother
C)A middle-aged daughter who is married and works part-time
D)A middle-aged son who is married and works part-time

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that daughters are more likely to provide care for aging parents than sons, and the fact that this daughter works part-time may make it easier for her to balance caregiving duties with her work schedule. The middle-aged son in option A may have difficulty balancing his work responsibilities with caregiving duties, and the daughter-in-law in option B may not feel as much responsibility towards her spouse's parent as she would towards her own parents. The middle-aged son in option D is also working part-time, but gender plays a role in caregiving responsibilities, making the daughter in option C the most likely candidate to provide care for an aging parent.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about the role of grandparents is true?&#10;A)The usefulness of grandparents declined with the advent of the industrial age.&#10;B)Today, many grandparents are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren.&#10;C)The value of grandparents is to provide gifts to younger family members.&#10;D)Traditionally, parents are subordinate to the grandparents in caregiving.

Accepted Answer

Today, many grandparents are assuming the role of primary caregivers for their grandchildren, especially as the number of dual-income families increase and childcare costs rise. The other options are inaccurate. A is false as grandparents have always played a significant role in family life. C is an oversimplification that diminishes the many other contributions grandparents make. D is not necessarily true and is context-dependent on cultural and familial factors.

Question 3

Which statement is true about the relationships of older persons?&#10;A)Loneliness is evidence of self-centredness and unwillingness to love.&#10;B)A person may be lonely even when surrounded by other people.&#10;C)Hostile behaviour indicates that a person prefers to be left alone.&#10;D)A pet cannot substitute for human attention.

Accepted Answer

Loneliness in older persons is commonly caused by social isolation or a lack of meaningful social connections, and can happen regardless of how many people are around them.

Answer: D 
 Although pets can provide emotional support and companionship to older persons, they cannot substitute for some of the benefits that human interaction can provide, such as conversation and shared experiences.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about caregiving?&#10;A)Dementia in an older person can cause grief in the caregiver, comparable to the grief from the older person's death.&#10;B)Middle-aged adults and older parents reverse lifelong caregiving roles with increasing age.&#10;C)Older persons should relocate to the caregiver's home when long distances separate the two.&#10;D)Increasing numbers of adult children who are developmentally disabled become caregivers for their older parents.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that dementia in an older person can cause grief in the caregiver, often referred to as anticipatory grief, that can be comparable to the grief experienced after the older person's death. This is because the caregiver may feel like they have lost the person they once knew and may struggle with feelings of sadness, loss, and even guilt.

Question 5

Which of the following statements about older-person relationships is true?&#10;A)After 50 years of marriage, a couple can face new and severe challenges to their relationship.&#10;B)Older persons are usually alienated from their family members and their care is abandoned to institutions.&#10;C)Older persons find rewarding relationships by becoming a member of a church.&#10;D)For older persons, friends can never take the place of family.

Accepted Answer

After many years of marriage, couples may face challenges such as health issues, loss of independence, and financial strain. It's important to acknowledge and address these challenges to preserve the relationship.

Option B is incorrect because many older persons have close relationships with their family members and receive care from them. Option C is incorrect because not all older persons belong to a church, and even if they do, it doesn't necessarily guarantee rewarding relationships. Option D is incorrect because for some older persons, their friends can become like family, especially if they don't have close relatives.

Question 6

Which following older person is most likely to need preretirement counselling to avoid significant concerns in retirement?&#10;A)A woman who is a certified public accountant&#10;B)A woman who receives cash for cleaning services&#10;C)A middle-aged male adult who has a history of type 1 diabetes mellitus&#10;D)An older male clerk who works for Canada Post

Accepted Answer

Individuals who receive cash for services, such as the woman described in option B, may not have formal retirement savings or pension plans. This lack of structured financial planning for retirement can lead to significant concerns once they retire, making preretirement counseling particularly beneficial for them.

Question 7

The World Health Organization defines sexual health as a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being related to sexuality.What is the most common reason for sexual inactivity among older persons who have a partner?

A)Sexual prowess and desire wane as the individual ages.
B)Sexual inactivity is related to the male partner, who has poor health.
C)Sex is not as important as it was when a couple was trying to have children.
D)Social and cultural rules determine sexual inactivity in older persons.

Accepted Answer

The most common reason for sexual inactivity among older persons who have a partner is related to the male partner's poor health. This can significantly impact sexual function and desire, leading to decreased sexual activity.

Question 8

What is the most important element for older persons to have to enhance their transition into retirement?&#10;A)Good health&#10;B)A private pension&#10;C)A registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)&#10;D)Preretirement planning

Accepted Answer

Preretirement planning is crucial as it helps individuals prepare financially, emotionally, and socially for retirement, ensuring a smoother transition.

Question 9

Which older person will have the highest economic risk at the beginning of retirement?&#10;A)An older divorced female who has lived in this country for eight years&#10;B)An older male veteran, who is an above-the-knee amputee, and who was a teacher&#10;C)An older female, who is a widow and a primary care nurse practitioner&#10;D)An older male, who immigrated from China, and designs computer software

Accepted Answer

An older divorced female who has lived in the country for only eight years likely has had less time to accumulate savings, access to spousal retirement benefits, or establish a long-term career in the country, which could increase her economic risk at the beginning of retirement.

Question 10

The children of an older female adult ask the nurse for advice about helping their mother heal after her husband's death.Which strategy should the nurse share with the family?&#10;A)Appoint one family member to take the mother on outings.&#10;B)Coordinate family expressions of care and concern.&#10;C)Have each child plan a long trip with their mother's assistance.&#10;D)Take the mother to community events to meet other people.

Accepted Answer

Coordinating family expressions of care and concern can help the mother feel supported during the grieving process. This can include checking in with her regularly, helping with tasks around the house, and providing emotional support. It will also prevent overwhelming the mother with multiple family members taking her on outings or planning trips, which can be stressful during a time of grief. Encouraging her to attend community events or support groups can also be helpful, but it is important to coordinate these efforts with the family to ensure that they are not overwhelming or conflicting.

Question 11

The community health nurse delivers a program about retirement planning to middle-aged adults, and wants to them to choose the year of their retirement.On which of the following areas should participants focus to ease their transition into retirement?

A)The kind of legacy they want to leave behind
B)The type of setting they prefer for their personal residence
C)The location of convenient health care services
D)The ability to maintain a stable standard of living

Accepted Answer

The answer of The community health nurse delivers a program...

Question 12

As the wife of a university president, an older female adult met exciting people and travelled extensively until her husband died.The nurse identifies that, besides grieving an intimate partner, this woman is most likely to grieve for the loss of which area of her life?

A)Self-confidence
B)Economic security
C)Status in community
D)Intellectual stimulation

Accepted Answer

The answer of As the wife of a university president,...

Deck 23: Relationships, Roles, and Transitions