Question 1

The most popular modification older adults utilize in their home is:

Accepted Answer

A)  to install grab bars in the bathroom 
B)  to add brighter lights 
C)  to replace water faucets with lever handles 
D)  to install ramps instead of stairs 
A)  to install grab bars in the bathroom 
B)  to add brighter lights 
C)  to replace water faucets with lever handles 
D)  to install ramps instead of stairs A

Question 2

Discuss Litwak's and Longino's three stage model of migration.

Accepted Answer

In stage one,the young-old and recent retirees move to the Sunbelt (FL,CA,AZ,TX).In stage two,older adults who face a chronic illness or limitations with ADLs may move to a retirement community or an assisted living facility that offers amenities,but allows the resident to remain relatively independent.Stage three happens when an older adult faces a disability which requires that the individual move to a nursing home to receive 24-hour skilled nursing care.

Question 3

The young-old are more likely than those aged 75 and older to face all types of crime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Elders who reside in assisted living:

Accepted Answer

A)  tend to be in the young-old range. 
B)  have some type of dementia. 
C)  are less frail than was intended by this type of housing. 
D)  are likely to need assistance with bathing. 
A)  tend to be in the young-old range. 
B)  have some type of dementia. 
C)  are less frail than was intended by this type of housing. 
D)  are likely to need assistance with bathing.

Question 5

A person aged 65-74 with income > $40,000 and in a rural community is most likely to live:

Accepted Answer

A)  in a nursing home. 
B)  in a rental home. 
C)  in his/her own house. 
D)  with his/her own children. 
A)  in a nursing home. 
B)  in a rental home. 
C)  in his/her own house. 
D)  with his/her own children.

Question 6

The proportion of older persons in nursing homes at any one time has declined in the past 25 years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Future housing that includes universal design features can help people age in place.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The primary disadvantage of suburban living for older adults is:

Accepted Answer

A)  most elders are poorer than younger residents. 
B)  difficult access to health and social services. 
C)  most elders live alone. 
D)  their functional health is worse than among urban elders. 
A)  most elders are poorer than younger residents. 
B)  difficult access to health and social services. 
C)  most elders live alone. 
D)  their functional health is worse than among urban elders.

Question 9

Gerontechnology:

Accepted Answer

A)  can substitute for personal attention by a loved one. 
B)  is affordable for most elders. 
C)  reduces caregiver burden. 
D)  is not accepted by today's older adult. 
A)  can substitute for personal attention by a loved one. 
B)  is affordable for most elders. 
C)  reduces caregiver burden. 
D)  is not accepted by today's older adult.

Question 10

Explain the foundations of person-environment theories of aging.

Accepted Answer

P-E theories of aging focus on the idea

Question 11

Explain how technology is allowing more older adults to age in place.

Accepted Answer

Technology has produced many devices to

Question 12

What is the name of the field where gerontologists and engineers work together to create technology to help older adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  telehealth 
B)  gerontechnology 
C)  assistive technology 
D)  social gerontology 
A)  telehealth 
B)  gerontechnology 
C)  assistive technology 
D)  social gerontology

Question 13

National surveys have revealed that fear of crime among older people is consistent with the high levels of crime that they face.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

One of the first national efforts aimed at changing the nursing home culture was labeled the Pioneer Network.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

An important advantage of many assisted living facilities over nursing homes is their policy of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Medicaid waivers. 
B)  negotiated risk. 
C)  guaranteed lifelong care. 
D)  a medical model of long-term care. 
A)  Medicaid waivers. 
B)  negotiated risk. 
C)  guaranteed lifelong care. 
D)  a medical model of long-term care.

Question 16

The oldest-old generally receive more home health care visits than any other age group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Compared to their urban counterparts, elders in suburban communities:

Accepted Answer

A)  have lower incomes. 
B)  are more likely to live alone. 
C)  report to be in better functional health. 
D)  have adequate transportation. 
A)  have lower incomes. 
B)  are more likely to live alone. 
C)  report to be in better functional health. 
D)  have adequate transportation.

Question 18

Congregate housing provides shared meals and social support.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Compared to younger age groups, people over age 65 are ________ likely to move to a different community and ________ likely to change housing types within the same community.

Accepted Answer

A)  less/more 
B)  less/less 
C)  more/more 
D)  more/less 
A)  less/more 
B)  less/less 
C)  more/more 
D)  more/less

Question 20

According to ________ theories of aging, a person is more likely to experience life satisfaction in an environment that is conducive with his or her physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and abilities.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to ________ theories of aging, a...

The most popular modification older adults utilize in their home is:

Discuss Litwak's and Longino's three stage model of migration.

The young-old are more likely than those aged 75 and older to face all types of crime.

Elders who reside in assisted living:

A person aged 65-74 with income > $40,000 and in a rural community is most likely to live:

The proportion of older persons in nursing homes at any one time has declined in the past 25 years.

Future housing that includes universal design features can help people age in place.

The primary disadvantage of suburban living for older adults is:

Gerontechnology:

Explain the foundations of person-environment theories of aging.

Explain how technology is allowing more older adults to age in place.

What is the name of the field where gerontologists and engineers work together to create technology to help older adults?

National surveys have revealed that fear of crime among older people is consistent with the high levels of crime that they face.

One of the first national efforts aimed at changing the nursing home culture was labeled the Pioneer Network.

An important advantage of many assisted living facilities over nursing homes is their policy of:

The oldest-old generally receive more home health care visits than any other age group.

Compared to their urban counterparts, elders in suburban communities:

Congregate housing provides shared meals and social support.

Compared to younger age groups, people over age 65 are likely to move to a different community and likely to change housing types within the same community.

According to ________ theories of aging, a person is more likely to experience life satisfaction in an environment that is conducive with his or her physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and abilities.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Managing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Well Being in Old Age

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

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Exam 11: Living Arrangements and Social Interactions

The most popular modification older adults utilize in their home is:

Discuss Litwak's and Longino's three stage model of migration.

The young-old are more likely than those aged 75 and older to face all types of crime.

Elders who reside in assisted living:

A person aged 65-74 with income > $40,000 and in a rural community is most likely to live:

The proportion of older persons in nursing homes at any one time has declined in the past 25 years.

Future housing that includes universal design features can help people age in place.

The primary disadvantage of suburban living for older adults is:

Gerontechnology:

Explain the foundations of person-environment theories of aging.

Explain how technology is allowing more older adults to age in place.

What is the name of the field where gerontologists and engineers work together to create technology to help older adults?

National surveys have revealed that fear of crime among older people is consistent with the high levels of crime that they face.

One of the first national efforts aimed at changing the nursing home culture was labeled the Pioneer Network.

An important advantage of many assisted living facilities over nursing homes is their policy of:

The oldest-old generally receive more home health care visits than any other age group.

Compared to their urban counterparts, elders in suburban communities:

Congregate housing provides shared meals and social support.

Compared to younger age groups, people over age 65 are ________ likely to move to a different community and ________ likely to change housing types within the same community.

According to ________ theories of aging, a person is more likely to experience life satisfaction in an environment that is conducive with his or her physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and abilities.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Managing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Well Being in Old Age

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

Filters

Compared to younger age groups, people over age 65 are likely to move to a different community and likely to change housing types within the same community.