Gerontology Exam 1 Modules 1,2,3 questions with verified answers
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Gerontology Exam 1 Modules 1,2,3
The scope of nursing practice is influenced by the unique needs of the population being served and is regulated by ________.
The AARP
The ANA
The state
The Federal Government - Correct answer The state"
"Which term does the CDC use to mean the abil...
Gerontology Exam 1 Modules 1,2,3
The scope of nursing practice is influenced by the unique needs of the population being served and is regulated by ________.
The AARP
The ANA
The state
The Federal Government - Correct answer The state"
"Which term does the CDC use to mean the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level?
Aging in place
Househole elderly
Assisted living
Freedom - Correct answer Aging in place"
"Which initiative substantially increased the number of gerontological nurse scientists and the development of evidence-based gerontological nursing practice?
STTI
GNLA
HGNI
AARP - Correct answer HGNI"
"A scientist who believes that people have a genetically programmed aging code that influences longevity is a supporter of which theory?
Programmed theory Neuroendocrine theory
Immunologic/autoimmune theory
Gene/biological clock theory - Correct answer Gene/biological clock theory"
"One often-forgotten group of the elderly in the United States is the prison population. Substandard environment, nutrition, exercise, and medical care during incarceration likely helps to________, as does the violence, anxiety, and stress associated with prison life.
Reinforce social strictures against committing crimes
Prevent repeat offenses
Extend the life of prisoners Accelerate the aging process - Correct answer Accelerate the aging process"
"In 1980, 75% of men age 65 or older were employed because ________.
They were still hale and hearty
They were too poor to retire
They worked in family businesses
Retirement did not yet exist - Correct answer They were too poor to retire"
"Which of the following is the definition of the identification of gene sequences in DNA?
Genetics
Genomics
Gerontology
Gerocompetency - Correct answer Genomics"
"Between 1980 and 2004, the leading cause of death for older adults was ________.
Cerebrovascular diseases
Alzheimer's disease
Heart disease
Diabetes - Correct answer Heart disease"
"Which age group is the fastest growing portion of the population?
50 to 65
70 to 80
Over 85
100 plus - Correct answer Over 85"
"A lawyer wishes to hire a nurse consultant who has advanced education and certification in gerontology. Based on their listed credentials, which of the following nurses best fits his criteria?
Sally Smith, RN, BSN, BC
Mary Malloy, RN, GNP-BC
Andy Jones, LPN, CRRC
Greg Reed, RN, MSN - Correct answer Mary Malloy, RN, GNP-BC"
"As of 2010, ______ times as many women as men over the age of 85 had been widowed.
Four
Six
Eight Ten - Correct answer Four"
"Also known as superoxides, free radicals are thought to react with proteins, lipids, DNA, and RNA, causing cellular damage that accumulates over time and may accelerate aging. Which of the following is considered an exogenous source of free radicals?
Vitamin C
Cigarette smoking
Alcohol consumption
Radiation from a microwave oven - Correct answer Cigarette smoking"
"Nurses will be treating more and more older patients in the future. To that end, nurses who will treat these older patients must understand the gerontological nursing concepts and principles related to caring for them. These concepts and principles are known as:
Core knowledge
Geriatric specialization
Bachelor of science in nursing degree
Gerocompetencies - Correct answer Gerocompetencies"
"Attitudes and ideas about older adults may be based in past experience, but are often not grounded in
fact. A negative attitude towards aging and older adults is called:
Geriatrics
Racism
Ageism
Ethnocentrism - Correct answer Ageism"
"Level of education attained can affect an older person's socioeconomic status. Those with more education tend to have more money, higher standards of living, and ________.
A larger social network
Better relationships with their families
Above-average health
Moves into assisted living facilities earlier - Correct answer Above-average health"
"Which of the following is NOT one of the Nine Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional
Nursing Practice?
Clinical Population Control and Health
Baccalaureate Generalist Nursing Practice
Scholarship for Evidence-Based Practice
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