Exam 15: Family Health in Mid- and Later Life

An older client seeks medical attention after being injured during a home invasion. Which of the following should the nurse consider as reasons for this client's physical abuse? Select all that apply.

Why is it important for acute care nurses to have gerontological nursing experience? Select all that apply.

What age group should the nurse identify as the fastest growing group of older adults in the United States?

The nurse notes that a large number of older clients are living longer. What could be the reason for this?

The nurse suspects that a family is experiencing ambivalence. To what does this term refer in the family?

The nurse learns that a grandparent will be the guardian of a grandchild. Which relationship is the strongest predictor of the grandparent-grandchild relationship?

The nurse completes an instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) with an older client. Which activity will this assessment include?

The nurse prepares to use the FAMILY tool to assess a client and family. Which of the following will the nurse assess with this tool? Select all that apply.

The nurse plans to use the SPICES tool during an assessment. Which of the following are assessed with this tool? Select all that apply.

A frail older client does not have children. What should the nurse consider when planning this client's care?

Changes result in stress. Which type of change is found to be the most stressful for an older adult?

The family is discussing a continuing care retirement community for an aging family member. Which of the following topics should be explained to the client about this type of community? Select all that apply.