Gerontology Exam 4 Study Guide Questions and Answers
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Gerontology
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Gerontology
Gerontology Exam 4 Study Guide
Questions and Answers
A 62 year old man who works in a factory line takes indomethacin for arthritis. He recently read in a
magazine that older individuals should take baby aspirin (81 mg) to decrease incidence of heart disease.
Soon has problem with ringing in hi...
A gerontological nurse is aware that the aging process is accompanied by numerous causes and changes
that affect sexual wellness in older adults. Among woman, which of the following factors is usually the
primary cause of changes in sexual functioning? - Ans:✔✔-Hormonal Factors
A new nursing assistant asks how best to approach a hearing - impaired older adult. Which of the
following approaches should the nurse recommend? - Ans:✔✔-Lower the tone of your voice.
A nurse has attempted to use relaxation techniques to aid an older adult with sleep in the knowledge
that many hypnotic medications create risk for - Ans:✔✔-falls
A nurse in long term care facility has noticed that many residents of the facility spend a large amount of
time in bed yet frequently complain of fatigue and sleep depravation. What change in facility's
environment is most conducive with helping residents achieve adequate amounts of restful sleep? -
Ans:✔✔-Taking action to keep noise levels in the facility to a minimum during the night
A nurse is conducting a health education class for older adults with arthritis that will address relevant
issues of sexual dysfunction. Which of the following statements indicates the Rn's teachings have been
successful? - Ans:✔✔-"I will use a vibrator since my ability to massage is limited."
A nurse is providing an educational program about age related macular degeneration to a group of older
adults. Which of the following statements by an older adult indicates the need for further teaching? -
Ans:✔✔-"The dry type of macular degeneration occurs rapidly."
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