NUR 163, Exam 1 Hondros questions with correct
answers
Primary Prevention CORRECT ANSWER prevention (flu vaccine)
Secondary Prevention CORRECT ANSWER Catch the disease/diagnose (yearly physical exam)
Tertiary Prevention CORRECT ANSWER Treating/stopping progression (Cardiac rehab)
Benefits of diet CORRECT ANSWER Better health, disease prevention, healing (in Diabetics-
biggest factor affecting compliance is motivation)
Benefits of exercise CORRECT ANSWER keeps joints flexible, maintain muscle, decrease BS level, heart health, decrease weight, increase sense of well-being
Types of exercise CORRECT ANSWER weight bearing is beneficial (prevents osteoporosis), swimming easy on joints,
Exercise length CORRECT ANSWER must be 30 minutes to be beneficial
Tobacco cessation CORRECT ANSWER decreases risk for cancer, decreases cardiovascular issues
Alcohol CORRECT ANSWER ok in moderation-unless medically unsafe, AA can help stopping
Benefits of physical exams and preventive care CORRECT ANSWER yearly exams, identify problems early,
physical exam CORRECT ANSWER should include BMI, BP and bone mineral density Benefits of dental exams/preventive oral care CORRECT ANSWER identify dental caries, need for dentures?,
Oral Care for elderly CORRECT ANSWER need to use toothpaste with fluoride
Benefit of maintaining a healthy attitude CORRECT ANSWER decreases depression, decreases isolation, must have interactions with people
Benefits of religious beliefs CORRECT ANSWER promote good health practices
Benefits of cultural beliefs CORRECT ANSWER affects dietary consumption, can be non beneficial
Issues with knowledge and motivation CORRECT ANSWER pt loses spouse, may not be motivated to care for self
Benefits of mobility CORRECT ANSWER keeps joints mobile and pt in good health
perception of aging CORRECT ANSWER if pt has positive perception, they have a better chance of having positive results
benefits of sleep CORRECT ANSWER better mood, cognition, less falls and accidents
urinary continence CORRECT ANSWER risk for skin breakdown, social issues, etc.
health scams CORRECT ANSWER dangerous to elderly, provides info that puts them at risk
Safety when discharging a pt CORRECT ANSWER find out how may stairs there are to kitchen,
bathroom, bed?
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