Exam 10: Life Span: Older Adults

Many older adults suffer from chronic health problems. Which are the most common and costly chronic problems in the older adult? Select all that apply.

The nurse is interviewing a new client at the community geriatric clinic. The client is in the young-old age range but seems to have multiple issues with pain and physical functioning. The client states, "I have always been active and athletic. Now I hardly feel like doing anything because of pain." Which theory of aging is the nurse likely to apply to the client?

The nurse is interviewing an older adult client who verbally expresses a personal dilemma about staying in the client's own home or seeking residence in an age-friendly residence. Which information does the nurse seek to determine if the client is suited to this type of change?

The home health nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is 76 years of age. Which primary nursing goals does the nurse include in the plan of care? Select all that apply.

The nurse is planning a teaching workshop at the local community center for a group of men and women who are considered young-old. Which information is most important for the nurse to include at the workshop?

The nurse suspects that an older adult patient may have difficulty hearing. Prior to validating a hearing problem, which strategies does the nurse use in communicating with this patient? Select all that apply.