Exam 19: Senior Health

A nurse explained that the elderly are twice as likely to die in a home fire as younger persons and therefore suggested some safety measures. Which of the following strategies would most likely have been suggested by the nurse?

"I don't understand," a woman said. "I know I'm eligible for Medicare part A and it's free. Part B isn't free. When will I ever use it?" Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

Which of the following best describes why grandparents would be the primary caregivers for their grandchildren?

A wife explained to the nurse that her husband was becoming awfully forgetful, and now he's started getting lost on the way home from the golf club. She's scared he may be getting Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following would be most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

Which of the following situations best describes when a person would most likely be very unhappy and perhaps ill after retirement? (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following would be a problem for an older adult with a hearing loss? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse completed the health assessment but needed to use the elderly woman's bathroom. The nurse noticed perineal pads under the sink. Which of the following questions would the nurse most likely ask the woman?

An elderly gentleman was shoveling his snow when you arrived for a home visit. You notice that when he comes inside he is very pale, is shivering, and seems a bit confused. His skin is very cold when you touch it. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take first?

A woman admitted, "I did fall once, but it was an accident that I'm sure won't happen again." Which of the following responses would be most appropriate for the nurse? (Select all that apply.)

A daughter tells the nurse that her mother is frequently confused, but what is really upsetting is that she is incontinent during the night. "All I do is watch her and wash sheets," the daughter says. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse provide to the daughter?

Which of the following is an example of a nonstochastic theory of aging?

In the supermarket checkout, a young woman complained to her friend, "Old people think we taxpayers should pay for them to be in a nursing home. Seems like a waste of money." Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?