Question 1

The nurse shows an understanding of the error group of aging theories when stating: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  "Aging occurs differently for the various ethnic groups." 
B)  "Our genetic makeup is responsible for how we are affected by age." 
C)  "Aging is a result of mistakes in our RNA and DNA metabolism." 
D)  "The free radical theory is an example of an error theory." 
E)  "Aging effects are really random and unpredictable." 
A)  "Aging occurs differently for the various ethnic groups." 
B)  "Our genetic makeup is responsible for how we are affected by age." 
C)  "Aging is a result of mistakes in our RNA and DNA metabolism." 
D)  "The free radical theory is an example of an error theory." 
E)  "Aging effects are really random and unpredictable." C, D, E

Question 2

A nurse demonstrates understanding of the continuity theory when the nurse provides which of the following advice to an older client? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  "It is important to think about the activities that have been most satisfying for you throughout your adult life and make a plan to continue them" 
B)  "Since you enjoyed teaching young children so much, perhaps you would enjoy volunteering in the day care center" 
C)  "It is important to save enough money so that you will have an adequate income during retirement" 
D)  "It is important to maintain an active lifestyle as you age" 
E)  "As you get older it is natural to slowly disengage oneself from many activities" 
A)  "It is important to think about the activities that have been most satisfying for you throughout your adult life and make a plan to continue them" 
B)  "Since you enjoyed teaching young children so much, perhaps you would enjoy volunteering in the day care center" 
C)  "It is important to save enough money so that you will have an adequate income during retirement" 
D)  "It is important to maintain an active lifestyle as you age" 
E)  "As you get older it is natural to slowly disengage oneself from many activities" A, B

Question 3

A 66-year-old retired professional basketball player is admitted to the hospital for a total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis. In preparing preoperative teaching for this patient, the nurse includes which theory of aging to help him understand how the disease has progressed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Free radical theory 
B)  Wear-and-tear theory 
C)  Gene theory 
D)  Cross-link theory 
A)  Free radical theory 
B)  Wear-and-tear theory 
C)  Gene theory 
D)  Cross-link theory B

Question 4

A married couple retired to a life care community after the husband had heart surgery. The wife has always been physically and socially active and joined an aerobic class, knitting groups, and a book club shortly after moving to the community. She walks on a daily basis and swims twice a week. Her husband spends his days reading and watching television. He was never a social person and enjoys being by himself. Which of the sociological theories of aging best describes the couple?

Accepted Answer

A)  Role theory 
B)  Disengagement theory 
C)  Continuity theory 
D)  Personality theory 
A)  Role theory 
B)  Disengagement theory 
C)  Continuity theory 
D)  Personality theory

Question 5

The nurse is aware the theory of aging most likely to explain why the older population is at risk for autoimmune disorder is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  cross-link theory. 
B)  free radical theory. 
C)  error theory. 
D)  autoimmune theory. 
A)  cross-link theory. 
B)  free radical theory. 
C)  error theory. 
D)  autoimmune theory.

Question 6

The nurse implements the concepts of the activity theory of aging when instructing the older client with osteoarthritis to:

Accepted Answer

A)  continue her daily walking routine. 
B)  curtail further increases in physical activity. 
C)  document preferred end-of-life interventions. 
D)  avoid exposing herself to crowds. 
A)  continue her daily walking routine. 
B)  curtail further increases in physical activity. 
C)  document preferred end-of-life interventions. 
D)  avoid exposing herself to crowds.

Question 7

A community health nurse provides an annual flu prevention workshop at a local senior center. The activities include a lecture on preventing infections, which includes hand washing and limiting exposure to individuals who are ill, as well as an influenza immunization clinic. The nurse is basing her activities on what theory of aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Wear and tear 
B)  Oxidative stress 
C)  Autoimmune 
D)  Free radical 
A)  Wear and tear 
B)  Oxidative stress 
C)  Autoimmune 
D)  Free radical

Question 8

A nurse plans programs for older adults in a senior center. She organizes a series of exercise programs. She sets one up for clients ages 65-74, one for clients 74-85, and one for clients over age 85. The nurse is utilizing which theory of aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gerotranscendence 
B)  Activity theory 
C)  Age-stratification theory 
D)  Continuity theory 
A)  Gerotranscendence 
B)  Activity theory 
C)  Age-stratification theory 
D)  Continuity theory

Question 9

The family member of a patient asks if vitamin C will prevent aging. In formulating an appropriate response, the nurse considers the:

Accepted Answer

A)  free radical theory. 
B)  autoimmune theory. 
C)  wear-and-tear theory. 
D)  continuity theory. 
A)  free radical theory. 
B)  autoimmune theory. 
C)  wear-and-tear theory. 
D)  continuity theory.

Question 10

The nurse preparing wellness information for older adult clients is promoting interventions consistent with the concepts of the biological theories of aging when suggesting that they: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  use moisturizers daily to minimize dry skin. 
B)  discuss the use of antacids to control heartburn with their health care provider. 
C)  stay active by interacting with family and friends regularly. 
D)  practice stress reduction techniques on a regular basis. 
E)  consider getting a yearly influenza vaccination. 
A)  use moisturizers daily to minimize dry skin. 
B)  discuss the use of antacids to control heartburn with their health care provider. 
C)  stay active by interacting with family and friends regularly. 
D)  practice stress reduction techniques on a regular basis. 
E)  consider getting a yearly influenza vaccination.

Question 11

Gerotranscendence theory posits that: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  older adults withdraw from society in order to allow the transfer of power to younger individuals. 
B)  older adults withdraw from society in order to give the individual an opportunity for self-reflection and self-exploration. 
C)  time and superficial relationships become less important. 
D)  material possessions have less meaning. 
E)  status and value of elders is lost because their contributions are no longer valued. 
A)  older adults withdraw from society in order to allow the transfer of power to younger individuals. 
B)  older adults withdraw from society in order to give the individual an opportunity for self-reflection and self-exploration. 
C)  time and superficial relationships become less important. 
D)  material possessions have less meaning. 
E)  status and value of elders is lost because their contributions are no longer valued.

Exam 3: Theories of Aging

The nurse shows an understanding of the error group of aging theories when stating: (Select all that apply.)

A nurse demonstrates understanding of the continuity theory when the nurse provides which of the following advice to an older client? (Select all that apply.)

A 66-year-old retired professional basketball player is admitted to the hospital for a total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis. In preparing preoperative teaching for this patient, the nurse includes which theory of aging to help him understand how the disease has progressed?

The nurse is aware the theory of aging most likely to explain why the older population is at risk for autoimmune disorder is known as:

The nurse implements the concepts of the activity theory of aging when instructing the older client with osteoarthritis to:

A nurse plans programs for older adults in a senior center. She organizes a series of exercise programs. She sets one up for clients ages 65-74, one for clients 74-85, and one for clients over age 85. The nurse is utilizing which theory of aging?

The family member of a patient asks if vitamin C will prevent aging. In formulating an appropriate response, the nurse considers the:

The nurse preparing wellness information for older adult clients is promoting interventions consistent with the concepts of the biological theories of aging when suggesting that they: (Select all that apply.)

Gerotranscendence theory posits that: (Select all that apply.)

Health and Wellness in an Aging Society

Gerontological Nursing: Past Present and Future

Cross Cultural Caring and Aging

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Communicating with Older Adults

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Laboratory Values and Diagnostics

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