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Gerontology Nursing Certification Exam Study Guide with Complete Solutions Graying of America - Ans:-the growing percentage of older people in the U.S. population Ageism - Ans:-prejudice and discrimination against older people Biological Theories - Ans:-the reason people age and die is bc of changes in the human body Stochastic theories - Ans:-Based on random events that cause cellular damage that accumulates as the organism ages Nonstochastic theories - Ans:-explain biological aging as r...

Geriatric Exam 1 NCLEX Practice Questions with Correct Answers the nurse visits the home of an older person with chronic lung disease. which observation indicates that the person is engaged in health improvement activities? a. walks a pet twice a day b. prepares pasta for dinner c. talks with family once a week d. sleeps in a recliner in the living room - Ans:-a. the nurse visits the home of an older person recovering from an exacerbation of a chronic illness. which observation indicate...

NUR 410 Gerontological Nursing Exam 2 Practice Questions and Answers Inadequate quality or quantity of sleep is associated with risks of what? - Ans:-physical and mental health Inability to fall sleep, difficulty staying asleep, or premature waking are all known as - Ans:-insomnia A condition characterized by at least five leg jerks or movements per hour during sleep - Ans:- nocturnal myoclonus Nocturnal myoclonus is a condition characterized by at least _______ leg jerks or movements per...

Gerontology 1017 Exam Prep, Intro to Gerontology Chapter 1 Review, Gerontological Nursing: Chapter 1 - Principles of Gerontology, Fundamentals of Nursing Chapter 14- geriatric Review Questions, Med/Surg I: Week 4, From class questions- med surg Practice Questions and Answers What is the most common illness among older adults living in the community? a) Hypertension b) Diabetes c) Heart disease d) Arthiritis e) Bronchitis/emphysema - Ans:-d) Arthiritis When does comorbidity occur? a) W...

NURS 252 Gerontology- Chapter 2: Gerontological Nursing Exam Study Guide Solutions Which countries are experiencing the most rapid growth in number of older adults? - Ans:- developing countries that lack systems of care and service What are some reasons why gerontological nursing is especially important today? - Ans:-- health in aging requires attention throughout life - 75% of nurses' time is likely to be spent with older adults - eldercare is becoming the fastest growing employment ...

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 his ears. Which should nurse suspect? - Ans:-Tinnitus A 65 yr old woman is speaking to her nurse at the primary care clinic. She states that it is very painful when she has sexual relations. She asks t...

Gerontological Nursing Chapter 6 The Specialty of Gerontological Nursing Study Guide Competency: - Ans:-having skill, knowledge, and ability to do something according to a standard Evidence-based practice: - Ans:-using research and scientific information to guide actions Geriatric nursing: - Ans:-nursing care of sick older adults Gerontological nursing: - Ans:-nursing practice that promotes wellness and the highest quality of life for aging individuals Standard: - Ans:-desired, evidence-b...

N421: Contemporary Gerontological Nursing Exam Study Guide Gerontology - Ans:-The study of aging and health problems of older people with a holistic focus (including biologic, sociologic, psychologic, spiritual, and economic issues) Geriatrics - Ans:-The medical speciality focusing on diagnosing and treating diseases of older people Ageism - Ans:-The attribution of negative stereotypes to a person based solely on that person's age Old - Ans:-Older adults are considered older than 65 yo ...

Gerontological Nurse Certification- Assessment Study Guide Cataracts - Ans:-Clouding of the lens due to aging as cells die and accumulate. Opacity of the lens interferes with vision. Three types Nuclear Cataracts - Ans:-Clouding Associated with myopia (close objects are clear, far are not: nearsighted. Worsens myopia and blurs vision Cortical Cataracts - Ans:-Clouding, involves the anterior, posterior or equatorial cortex and is worse in bright light Posterior Subcapsular Cataracts - Ans...

SPE: 526 MOD 7 Comp Check Exam Practice Questions and Answers In order to teach manding to Cynthia, the teacher did not give Cynthia juice for a whole week. When juice was presented, Cynthia extended her hand to the juice. The teacher immediately said, "I want juice." After Cynthia said the same, the teacher praised her, "good job saying that. It is not the time for juice though." In this example: All are correct. a nonverbal response that is evoked by the MO was present. (HI...