Question 1

These statements are about an older person's feet.Which is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nails become thick and tough.
B)   Feet usually have poor circulation.
C)   Serious infections can result from nicks or cuts.
D)   Deodorants are needed for foot odors.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Constipation is a common problem in older persons because of:

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A)   Decreased digestive juices
B)   Chewing problems
C)   Swallowing problems
D)   Decreased peristalsisE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Which is a housing option for older persons who cannot care for themselves?

Accepted Answer

A)   Adult foster care
B)   Assisted living residences
C)   Board and care homes
D)   Nursing centersE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

Most older people live:

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A)   In their own homes
B)   With adult children
C)   In nursing centers
D)   In assisted living residenceE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Which statement about older persons is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   A chronic illness is uncommon in older persons.
B)   Disabilities typically decrease with aging.
C)   Most older persons live in nursing centers.
D)   Social changes occur with aging.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Men may have difficulty urinating because the:

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A)   Kidneys atrophy
B)   Bladder decreases in size
C)   Prostate gland enlarges
D)   Urethra loses toneE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 7

In men,which of the following occurs with aging?

Accepted Answer

A)   An erection lasts longer.
B)   The time between erection and orgasm is shorter.
C)   Orgasm is longer and more forceful.
D)   Erections are lost quickly.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Older persons usually have difficulty digesting:

Accepted Answer

A)   Meat
B)   Dry,fried,and fatty foods
C)   High-fiber foods
D)   Soft bulk foodsE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

OBRA requires that nursing centers have which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hand rails in good repair
B)   One closet space to share
C)   Warmer than usual temperature levels
D)   Loud music played overhead throughout the centerE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

An older person has respiratory changes.Which is helpful?

Accepted Answer

A)   Short,shallow breathing
B)   Lying in a supine position
C)   Repositioning
D)   Resting as much as possibleE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

When an older parent moves in with an adult child:

Accepted Answer

A)   The parent must adjust
B)   The adult child must adjust
C)   Sleeping arrangements are adjusted
D)   Everyone in the home must adjustE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Skin disorders:

Accepted Answer

A)   Increase with age
B)   Decrease with age
C)   Are the same for all age-groups
D)   Decrease with sun exposureE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 13

Age-related changes in the eye cause which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Improved vision at night
B)   Vision problems when going from a dark to a bright room
C)   Nearsightedness
D)   Increased tear secretionE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Because older people tend to have dry skin:

Accepted Answer

A)   Mild soaps or soap substitutes are used
B)   Lotions are not used
C)   Tub baths are taken daily
D)   Only shower are takenE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   All old people are the same.
B)   Most older people need nursing center care.
C)   Older adults are at risk for health problems and disabilities.
D)   Aging means illness and disability.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Older people usually need a shower or bath:

Accepted Answer

A)   Every day
B)   Every other day
C)   Twice a week
D)   Once a weekE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Some children care for older parents.Which is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   This helps some older people feel more secure.
B)   This helps all older people feel wanted and useful.
C)   This always creates stress in the home.
D)   It is never recommended.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which housing option is for persons who need help with daily living?

Accepted Answer

A)   Apartment living
B)   Elder cottage housing opportunity
C)   Home-sharing
D)   Assisted living residencesE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

To stay warm,older people may need which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Electric blankets
B)   Hotter water temperatures
C)   Warm socks
D)   Hot water bottlesE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

The need to urinate at night is reduced if the person:

Accepted Answer

A)   Drinks only water
B)   Drinks most fluids before 1700
C)   Urinates before going to bed
D)   Chooses what beverages to drinkE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 12: Care of the Older Person

Skin disorders:

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When an older parent moves in with an adult child:

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The need to urinate at night is reduced if the person:

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Age-related changes in the eye cause which of the following?

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Some children care for older parents.Which is correct?

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Older persons usually have difficulty digesting:

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Constipation is a common problem in older persons because of:

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Which statement about older persons is correct?

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These statements are about an older person's feet.Which is incorrect?

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Older people usually need a shower or bath:

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OBRA requires that nursing centers have which of the following?

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Because older people tend to have dry skin:

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Men may have difficulty urinating because the:

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Which statement is correct?

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Most older people live:

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Which is a housing option for older persons who cannot care for themselves?

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To stay warm,older people may need which of the following?

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In men,which of the following occurs with aging?

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Which housing option is for persons who need help with daily living?

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An older person has respiratory changes.Which is helpful?

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