Deck 11: Mental Health for Older Adults

Question 1

Joy is 77 years old. What is she considered?

A) Young-old
B) Middle-old
C) Semi-old
D) Old-old

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What percentage of the U.S. population is projected to be at least 65 years old in the year 2020?

A) 4.3%
B) 9.7%
C) 14.5%
D) 16.9%

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Members of the baby boomer generation were born between which years?

A) 1946 and 1964
B) 1945 and 1955
C) 1950 and 1980
D) 1949 and 1969

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Which of the following states do not have a high proportion of older adult residents?

A) Florida
B) Pennsylvania
C) Alaska
D) West Virginia

Question 5

Which of the following states has a high proportion of older adult residents?

A) Utah
B) Georgia
C) Alaska
D) Florida

Question 6

Statement A: Marriage is the preferred living arrangement among older adults.
Statement B: Marriage rates for older men and women are similar.

A) Statement A is true and statement B is false.
B) Statement A is false and statement B is true.
C) Statements A and B are both true.
D) Statements A and B are both false.

Question 7

Statement A: Cancer affects more African Americans than Caucasians.
Statement B: Asthma tends to affect more men than women.

A) Statement A is true and statement B is false.
B) Statement A is false and statement B is true.
C) Statements A and B are both true.
D) Statements A and B are both false.

Question 8

Which type of abuse can be described as an act committed by any individual who refuses or fails to fulfill any part of his or her obligation or duty to serving an older person?

A) Emotional or psychological abuse
B) Abandonment
C) Sexual abuse
D) Neglect

Question 9

Which type of abuse can be described as an act of desertion of an older person by the individual taking responsibility for providing that person's care?

A) Emotional or psychological abuse
B) Abandonment
C) Self-neglect
D) Neglect

Question 10

Which type of abuse can be described as severe mental or physical pain suffered through verbal or nonverbal acts, such as verbal assaults, threats, intimidation, or harassment?

A) Emotional or psychological abuse
B) Abandonment
C) Sexual abuse
D) Physical abuse

Question 11

Approximately what percentage of older adults participate in muscle-strengthening physical activity?

A) 10%
B) 23%
C) 44%
D) 51%

Question 12

Statement A: As we age, we tend to increase our body fat percentage and reduce our muscle mass. Statement B: Approximately 50% of older adults meet the current guidelines for participation in aerobic physical activities.

A) Statement A is true and statement B is false.
B) Statement A is false and statement B is true.
C) Statements A and B are both true.
D) Statements A and B are both false.

Question 13

"Any bodily movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscle that increases energy expenditure above a basal level" describes:

A) physical activity.
B) physical fitness.
C) exercise.
D) None of these is correct.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a major type of physical activity?

A) Aerobic physical activity
B) Muscle-strengthening physical activity
C) Exercise

Question 15

There are three basic groups of complementary health approaches (CHA). Which group includes meditation, yoga, and acupuncture?

A) Natural products
B) Mind-body medicine
C) Manipulative and body-based practices
D) Other CAM practices

Question 16

There are three basic groups of complementary health approaches (CHA). Which group includes dietary supplements?

A) Natural products
B) Mind-body medicine
C) Manipulative and body-based practices
D) Other CAM practices

Question 17

According to the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project, approximately what percentage of young-old adults (65-74 years old) engage in sexual activity?

A) 25%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 90%

Question 18

Which of the following is not a vulnerability that puts older adults at risk for elder abuse?

A) Level of cognition
B) Alcohol use
C) Gender
D) Social support

Question 19

Which of the following is not a risk that puts older adults at risk for elder abuse?

A) Living arrangement
B) Self-esteem
C) An unmet need, such as no transportation
D) History of other forms of abuse

Question 20

What proportion of U.S. older adults fall victim to elder abuse?

A) 1%-5%
B) 10%-16%
C) 12%-20%
D) 25%-30%

Question 21

The current older adult population in the United States is racially diverse, with minority groups accounting for almost 50% of this group.

Question 22

Men are more likely to live alone in older adulthood.

Question 23

An individual's life expectancy is set at childhood and remains constant throughout his or her life.

Question 24

Depression is the most prevalent mental health condition in the older population and is a leading cause of disability.

Question 25

Since the 1950s, the U.S. retirement age has remained the same.

Question 26

Current projections show that by 2035 Social Security will remain stable and be able to continue making full (100%) payments.

Question 27

As we age, sleep recommendations drastically increase.

Question 28

Spirituality refers to an individual's connection to self, family members, and the surrounding community, and it implies membership in a specific religion or denomination.

Question 29

Jeffrey Levins's book How Religion Influences Morbidity and Health suggests that prayer alone can cure and alleviate ailments.

Question 30

Complementary health approaches (CHAs) are defined as a group of diverse medical and healthcare systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine.

Question 31

Overall, sexual activity decreases with age for men and women.

Question 32

Approximately the same percentage of older men and women report using medications or supplements to enhance their sexual performance.

Question 33

Sexuality is not an important topic older adults speak of during visits with their physicians.

Question 34

Among older adults, the most commonly preferred sexual activity is vaginal intercourse; however, many more men engaged in masturbation compared with women.

Question 35

Differentiate between vulnerabilities and risks as risk factors for elder abuse. Be sure to list various examples of both.

Question 36

Tai chi is a fun and effective means for promoting physical activity among older adults. Describe the mechanisms by which tai chi is proposed to promote mental and physical health.

Question 37

Describe various mental health issues and adverse health effects of poor or inadequate sleep among older adults.

Question 38

The following phrases describe various types of social support that older adults receive. Match the description with the correct type of support.
-Any emotional support an individual believes he or she has available, whether the individual needs support or not

A) Perceived emotional support
B) Instrumental support
C) Informational support
D) Appraisal support

Question 39

The following phrases describe various types of social support that older adults receive. Match the description with the correct type of support.
-Any support an individual receives directly from someone else, such as transportation or help with daily living activities

A) Perceived emotional support
B) Instrumental support
C) Informational support
D) Appraisal support

Question 40

The following phrases describe various types of social support that older adults receive. Match the description with the correct type of support.
-Any support an individual receives regarding sharing knowledge that could benefit him or her, such as information about resources that are available

A) Perceived emotional support
B) Instrumental support
C) Informational support
D) Appraisal support

Question 41

The following phrases describe various types of social support that older adults receive. Match the description with the correct type of support.
-Any support from people who have given useful feedback for self-evaluation

A) Perceived emotional support
B) Instrumental support
C) Informational support
D) Appraisal support

Question 42

The following phrases describe various types of elder abuse and maltreatment. Match the description with the correct type of abuse.
-Any illegal or improper use of an older person's money, property, or other asset, including unauthorized credit card purchases or stealing money from an older person's account

A) Financial or material exploitation
B) Emotional or psychological abuse
C) Abandonment
D) Neglect

Question 43

The following phrases describe various types of elder abuse and maltreatment. Match the description with the correct type of abuse.
-Severe mental or physical pain suffered through verbal or nonverbal acts, such as verbal assaults, threats, intimidation, or harassment

A) Financial or material exploitation
B) Emotional or psychological abuse
C) Abandonment
D) Neglect

Question 44

The following phrases describe various types of elder abuse and maltreatment. Match the description with the correct type of abuse.
-An act of desertion of an older person by the individual taking responsibility for providing that person's care

A) Financial or material exploitation
B) Emotional or psychological abuse
C) Abandonment
D) Neglect

Question 45

The following phrases describe various types of elder abuse and maltreatment. Match the description with the correct type of abuse.
-An act committed by any individual who refuses or fails to fulfill any part of his or her obligation or duty to serving an older person

A) Financial or material exploitation
B) Emotional or psychological abuse
C) Abandonment
D) Neglect

Question 46

The following phrases list various mediating factors for dimensions of religious practice. Match the mediating factors with the correct dimension.
-Increases social support, social networks, and enhances relationship with family and friends

A) Religious worship and prayer
B) Religious commitment
C) Religious involvement and fellowship

Question 47

The following phrases list various mediating factors for dimensions of religious practice. Match the mediating factors with the correct dimension.
-Increases relaxation, forgiveness, and positive emotions and lowers stress

A) Religious worship and prayer
B) Religious commitment
C) Religious involvement and fellowship

Question 48

The following phrases list various mediating factors for dimensions of religious practice. Match the mediating factors with the correct dimension.
-Avoidance of unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, such as smoking, drinking, and drug use

A) Religious worship and prayer
B) Religious commitment
C) Religious involvement and fellowship