Deck 28: Gerontology

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a common nervous system effect of aging?

A)Frequent memory loss
B)Some loss or delay in memory  
C)Diminished pain sensation
D)Balance problems

Answer 1

Frequent memory loss

Question 2

Which of the following words defines the progressive loss of hearing ability caused by the normal aging process?

A)Pernicious anemia
B)Presbycusis  
C)Transient ischemic attack
D)Macular degeneration

Answer 2

Presbycusis  

Question 3

Which of the following would NOT be an expected change due to aging?

A)Muscle gain
B)Decreased height  
C)Decreased strength
D)Joint stiffness

Answer 3

Muscle gain

Question 4

Which of the following is the primary hormone that ceases production in the elderly female?

A)Testosterone
B)Follicle stimulating hormone  
C)Estrogen
D)Progesterone

Question 5

What is the meaning of "urinary incontinence"?

A)Wetting the bed
B)Inability to control urination  
C)Frequent urination
D)Dribbling and burning on urination

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of diminished mental capacity?

A)Substance abuse  
B)Side effects of over-the-counter drugs  
C)Malnutrition  
D)Side effects of prescription medications  
E)Hypothermia

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a major problem of aging in the gastrointestinal system?

A)Malnourishment
B)Poor eating habits  
C)Peristalsis increases
D)Slowed metabolism

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a vision change that frequently occurs in the elderly?

A)Pupil size increases
B)Increased need for glasses  
C)Retinal changes
D)Lens changes

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT one of the common musculoskeletal problems of the elderly?

A)Decreased muscle strength
B)Decreased mobility  
C)Increased stiffness
D)Increased fractures  
E)Increased flexibility

Question 10

Which of the following describes the underlying cause of urinary system problems in the aging?

A)Impaired elimination of waste products
B)Medications not being excreted  
C)Decreased blood flow to kidneys
D)Residual urine remains in the bladder  
E)All of the above

Question 11

Which of the following is a major effect of aging on the respiratory system?

A)Decreased cough and secretions  
B)Increased chest muscle strength  
C)Lungs clogged with environmental wastes  
D)Infrequent pneumonia and lung infections  
E)Diminished breathing capacity

Question 12

How can malnutrition in the aging be prevented?

A)Increasing fatty food intake
B)Increasing salt intake  
C)Preparing tasty foods
D)Keeping foods bland and easy to swallow

Question 13

Which of the following words refers to the inability to control urination?

A)Arteriosclerosis
B)Cognition  
C)Dementia
D)Incontinence

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the reason an older person's skin becomes more fragile?

A)Too much meat in diet
B)Sun exposure  
C)Connective tissue loss
D)Use of the wrong cleansers

Question 15

Which of the following is an untrue fact regarding aging?

A)Aging is a progressive and slow process. 
B)Individual lifestyle has no effect on aging. 
C)There are no diseases specific to aging. 
D)There is a wider range of what is considered "normal" function among older adults than among younger people.

Question 16

P:Which of the following is the greatest danger in lacking the sense of smell?

A)Decreased appetite and malnutrition
B)Weight loss and decreased strength  
C)Inability to smell fumes and gases
D)Increased salt intake and fluid retention

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT one of the expected changes with the aging patient?

A)Decreased vision
B)Hearing changes  
C)Decreased muscle strength
D)Increased appetite  
E)Fragile skin

Question 18

After what age does the sensitivity to taste decline?

A)40
B)60  
C)50
D)70

Question 19

Which of the following could be an effective method to slow the progress of osteoporosis?

A)Physical activity
B)Nutritional diet  
C)Vitamin D and calcium
D)All of the above

Question 20

Which of the following is the number one cause of death today?

A)Pneumonia
B)Heart disease  
C)Cancer
D)Renal failure

Question 21

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when encountering a visually impaired patient?

A)Rub the patient's back. 
B)Cough or say something aloud. 
C)Do not approach until your presence is known. 
D)Stand in front of the patient and touch lightly on the shoulder.

Question 22

Which of the following is a consequence of failure to report elder abuse?

A)Fine
B)Misdemeanor charge  
C)Felony charge
D)No charge

Question 23

Which of the following groups must report elder abuse?

A)Physicians
B)Homemakers  
C)Police officers
D)All of the above

Question 24

Which of the following messages is interpreted by the visually impaired patient when the guiding person's arm moves behind the back?

A)Walk faster. 
B)Get ready to sit. 
C)Turn in the direction the arm moves. 
D)Coming to a narrow passage.

Question 25

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

neglect

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 26

Poor hygiene, insomnia, and inability to concentrate are all symptom's of what condition?

A)Dementia
B)Anxiety  
C)Alzheimer's disease
D)Depression

Question 27

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

hostile

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT an effective method of caring for the elderly?

A)Allow for private conversation.
B)Speak slowly as with children. 
C)Empathize and listen.
D)Write instructions.

Question 29

Parkinson's disease, syphilis, and Huntington's disease are known to cause what condition?

A)Dementia
B)STD  
C)Dizziness
D)Decreased heartbeat

Question 30

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

longing for death

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 31

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

new poverty

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 32

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

welts

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 33

What is the term used to define the declining of testosterone and midlife changes in men?

A)Menopause
B)Dementia  
C)Andropause
D)Degeneration

Question 34

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

lack of personal care

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 35

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

lack of supervision

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 36

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

anxiety

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT considered a cause of dementia or sudden loss of memory?

A)Alzheimer's disease
B)Stroke  
C)Dopamine deficiency
D)Syphilis  
E)Poor nutrition

Question 38

Which of the following can be prevented by encouraging fluid intake and physical activity to keep the lungs healthy?

A)Urethritis
B)Cardiovascular problems  
C)Pneumonia
D)Vaginitis  
E)Incontinence

Question 39

Identify the signs and symptoms in the elderly patient who shows mistreatment or abuse as either psychological or physical..

anxious to please

A) psychological
B) physical

Question 40

According to the National Institute on Aging, which is not considered to be a tip for healthy aging?

A)Eat a well balanced diet.
B)Spend more time alone. 
C)Exercise regularly.
D)Get regular checkups.