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Geri Exam 2 Practice Questions and
Answers (Graded A)
An older person is concerned about loose tissue along the upper arms and thighs. What should
the nurse explain about the cause of this concern?


"It is nothing to be concerned about since it doesn't change your health status."
"It is caused by a loss of lean muscle mass that occurs with aging."
"It is helpful to increase metabolic rate and calorie expenditure."
"It helps to reduce your overall body fat when it occurs." - ANSWER - "It is caused by a loss of
lean muscle mass that occurs with aging."


An adult daughter is concerned because her father has no interest in food and stops eating only
after a few bites. Which age-related change has the daughter observed in this older adult?
Atrophic gastritis
Achlorhydria
Xerostomia
Appetite dysregulation - ANSWER - Appetite dysregulation


An older person is experiencing muscle weakness and a change in balance when walking.
Which vitamin should the nurse ensure the person is taking in an adequate amount?
B12
E
B6
D - ANSWER - D
An older persont babysits toddler grandchildren several times a week. What should the nurse
suggest to ensure for safety when the children are in the person's home?
Place unused medications in the trash
Request the medication have childproof caps
Place medications in a purse when the children are present

, Order a 30-day supply of the medication instead of a 90-day supply - ANSWER - Request the
medication have childproof caps


During a home visit the nurse notes that an older person is not taking a medication as
prescribed. Which medication factor may be causing this failure to adhere to the prescribed
medication regime?
Inability to get the tablet out of the packaging
Lack of perceived benefit of medications
Lower cognitive function
Lack of confidence in the health care provider - ANSWER - Inability to get the tablet out of the
packaging


An older person has difficulty remembering activities completed the day before yet can relate in
detail people who attended a birthday party several decades ago. What should this finding
indicate to the nurse?
Untreated delirium
Early dementia
Normal changes
Symptom of a stroke - ANSWER - Normal changes


The nurse notes that an older person who has lost 5 kg over the last month has a reduction in
muscle mass of the arms and legs. Which action should the nurse recommend to improve this
person's health status?
Increase amount of caloric intake
Decrease amount of physical activity
Decrease amount of fluid intake
Increase protein intake - ANSWER - Increase amount of caloric intake


After reviewing the medication list the nurse instructs an older person on the sources of dietary
calcium. Which medication caused the nurse to make this clinical determination?
Colchicine
Digitalis
Furosemide

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