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Test Bank for Caring for Older Adults Holistically 7th Edition

Chapter 1: Holistic Caring



Multiple Choice


Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.



1. The nurse incorporates the concepts of the Science of Human Caring when
providing patient care. Which action should the nurse avoid?
1. Implementing transpersonal approaches
2. Making eye contact while speaking softly
3. Listening to the patient during communication
4. Adhering to a strict schedule to complete morning care

Answer:



2. The nurse is planning care for a patient. Which action should the nurse implement that demonstrates holistic
care?
1. Eliminating an order prescribed by the physician
2. Asking the family to leave the room during medication teaching
3. Listening to ways the patient has overcome a health problem in the past
4. Performing an action that may not necessarily be appropriate for the patient’s needs

Answer:



3. An older patient with a terminal illness and heart problems is angry and pushes away the breakfast meal tray.
Which response should the nurse make?
1. Call the supervisor.
2. Loudly tell the patient to stop screaming.
3. Take the meal tray away and silently leave the room.
4. Ask the patient to explain the reason for the outburst and listen to the response.

Answer:



4. The nurse overhears a conversation between unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) and an older patient. For
which statement should the nurse counsel UAP?
1. “Good morning, honey!”
2. “Can I help you with your breakfast?”
3. “Mr. Jones, can I bring you your dentures?”
4. “Please tell me when you want to have your shower.”

Answer:




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5. The nurse is asked to explain the word gerontology. Which response should the nurse make?
1. It means the use of older medications to treat illnesses.
2. It comes from a Greek word that means “related to old age.”
3. It focuses on the housing needs of people who are underserved.
4. It is a way of explaining health problems of people over age 50.

Answer:



6. The nurse is preparing a program on the health needs of older community members. For which reason should
physical activity and exercise be encouraged?
1. They want to prevent boredom.
2. They have more time to exercise.
3. They initiated the fitness movement.
4. They want to spend more time with grandchildren.

Answer:



7. During an employment interview, the nurse is asked to describe the purpose of a nursing philosophy. Which
response should the nurse make?
1. It is a personal concept.
2. It defines personal goals and aspirations.
3. It recognizes the importance of education.
4. It outlines the steps to take for a successful career.

Answer:



8. The nurse is providing patient care. Which behavior demonstrates that the nurse wants to develop a healing
relationship with this patient?
1. Answering the call light using the intercom system
2. Telling the patient that there is no time to try something new
3. Sitting down in the patient’s room to discuss the plan of care
4. Reminding the patient that other patients need attention at this time

Answer:



9. The nurse desires to improve the ability to provide holistic care. On which skill should the nurse focus to be
successful?
1. Active listening
2. Critical thinking
3. Care coordination
4. Time management

Answer:



10. The nurse schedules an interdisciplinary team meeting to address an older patient’s care needs. Who should the



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nurse include to ensure that the team provides holistic care?
1. The nurse, doctor, and pharmacist
2. The nurse, dietician, and discharge planner
3. Those who will help meet the patient’s needs
4. The social worker, physical therapist, and nurse

Answer:



11. The nurse attends an educational program on caring. Which action should the nurse take to become a more
caring nurse?
1. Become a caring person.
2. Ensure adequate daily rest.
3. Set aside time for personal activities.
4. Consume nutritious meals and exercise.

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12. During a home visit, an older patient reports planning to have dinner with a close friend and then see a movie.
What does this behavior indicate to the nurse?
1. Industry
2. Self-absorption
3. Identity diffusion
4. Gerotranscendence

Answer:




Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.



13. The home health nurse is completing an admission assessment of an older patient. Which health problems
should the nurse identify as being leading chronic diseases of older adults? Select all that apply.
1. Cancer
2. Diabetes
3. Heart disease
4. Hypertension
5. Multiple sclerosis

Answer:



14. The nurse is preparing a teaching tool for a community recreation center. Which should the nurse include that
explains the reason for the increased number of older adults in today’s society? Select all that apply.
1. Better nutrition
2. Earlier retirement
3. Increased exercise




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4. Improved health care
5. Consistent sanitation

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15. The nurse is identifying characteristics to include in a personal philosophy of nursing. Which should the nurse
include as essential elements of this philosophy? Select all that apply.
1. Make it simple.
2. Keep it inexpensive.
3. Identify specific actions.
4. Ensure that it is meaningful.
5. Incorporate popular approaches.

Answer:




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