Question 1

Which of the factors listed below is the MOST likely source of constipation problems in elderly adults?

Accepted Answer

A) dementia 
B) immobility 
C) weight loss 
D) weight gain 
A) dementia 
B) immobility 
C) weight loss 
D) weight gain

Question 2

The primary risk factor for age-related skin discoloration and thinning is:

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin E status. 
B) race/ethnicity. 
C) sunlight exposure. 
D) gender. 
A) vitamin E status. 
B) race/ethnicity. 
C) sunlight exposure. 
D) gender.

Question 3

Lack of adeqaute transportation,language barriers,mobility restrictions,and death of a spouse are all factors that can increase the risk for ________ in elderly adults.

Accepted Answer

A) social isolation 
B) osteoarthritis 
C) dementia 
D) senescence 
A) social isolation 
B) osteoarthritis 
C) dementia 
D) senescence

Question 4

The condition,common in many elderly adults,of experiencing abnormal taste perception when eating is called:

Accepted Answer

A) dysgeusia. 
B) xerostomia. 
C) dysphagia. 
D) senescence. 
A) dysgeusia. 
B) xerostomia. 
C) dysphagia. 
D) senescence.

Question 5

The concurrent use of more than five medications is called:

Accepted Answer

A) polypharmacy. 
B) drug abuse. 
C) excessive application. 
D) malabsorption. 
A) polypharmacy. 
B) drug abuse. 
C) excessive application. 
D) malabsorption.

Question 6

Achlorhydria may lead to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) limited absorption of minerals 
B) increased absorption of vitamins 
C) faster digestion of fats 
D) limited digestion of carbohydrates 
A) limited absorption of minerals 
B) increased absorption of vitamins 
C) faster digestion of fats 
D) limited digestion of carbohydrates

Question 7

Aging may be linked to a progressive accumulation of free radicals.This theory is characterized as:

Accepted Answer

A) an error theory of aging. 
B) a programmed theory of aging. 
C) senescence. 
D) a theory of life span. 
A) an error theory of aging. 
B) a programmed theory of aging. 
C) senescence. 
D) a theory of life span.

Question 8

Describe and list the "nine Ds" in geriatric health and explain their significance.

Accepted Answer

The "nine Ds" in geriatric health refer

Question 9

James is a 76-year-old man who has chronic mouth pain due to poorly fitted dentures.His primary care physician has referred James to you to guide him in healthy eating habits.What nutrition advice would you give to James? Include other aspects that may be affected by his dental status.

Accepted Answer

First and foremost, I would recommend th

Question 10

Discuss the impact of overweight and obesity in the elderly.What interventions are recommended for this age group? What are the main areas of concern,and what are recommended treatments? Compare and contrast the concerns and ramifications for both underweight and overweight in the elderly.

Accepted Answer

Overweight and obesity in the elderly ca

Question 11

The very elderly,those 85 years and older,are the fastest growing age group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Mortality rates are higher in adults who are:

Accepted Answer

A) underweight. 
B) normal weight. 
C) overweight. 
D) dieting. 
A) underweight. 
B) normal weight. 
C) overweight. 
D) dieting.

Question 13

Older adults should generally avoid high-potency single-nutrient supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A person over the age of 100 years is referred to as a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) nonagenarian. 
B) septuagenarian. 
C) octogenarian. 
D) centenarian. 
A) nonagenarian. 
B) septuagenarian. 
C) octogenarian. 
D) centenarian.

Question 15

Caretaking that denies healthful foods and adequate fluids to older adults is considered elder abuse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Programmed theories of aging propose that:

Accepted Answer

A) aging follows a biologically driven time line. 
B) aging occurs as a result of cell and tissue damage. 
C) we still don't know exactly why humans age. 
D) the aging process follows a random sequence of physiological events. 
A) aging follows a biologically driven time line. 
B) aging occurs as a result of cell and tissue damage. 
C) we still don't know exactly why humans age. 
D) the aging process follows a random sequence of physiological events.

Question 17

Overall,the quality of life for older Americans is increasing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Assessing balance is one method to reduce the risk for fall-induced fractures and breaks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Aging is often associated with dysphagia,which is the condition of:

Accepted Answer

A) slowing of the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) difficulty swallowing foods. 
C) abnormal taste perception. 
D) decrease in muscle strength. 
A) slowing of the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) difficulty swallowing foods. 
C) abnormal taste perception. 
D) decrease in muscle strength.

Question 20

The "dwindles",also known as ________,characterizes the complexity of age-related weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) senescence 
B) the nine "Ds" 
C) geriatric failure-to-thrive 
D) the longevity gene 
A) senescence 
B) the nine "Ds" 
C) geriatric failure-to-thrive 
D) the longevity gene

Exam 22: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: The Later Years

Which of the factors listed below is the MOST likely source of constipation problems in elderly adults?

The primary risk factor for age-related skin discoloration and thinning is:

Lack of adeqaute transportation,language barriers,mobility restrictions,and death of a spouse are all factors that can increase the risk for ________ in elderly adults.

The condition,common in many elderly adults,of experiencing abnormal taste perception when eating is called:

The concurrent use of more than five medications is called:

Achlorhydria may lead to which of the following?

Aging may be linked to a progressive accumulation of free radicals.This theory is characterized as:

Describe and list the "nine Ds" in geriatric health and explain their significance.

James is a 76-year-old man who has chronic mouth pain due to poorly fitted dentures.His primary care physician has referred James to you to guide him in healthy eating habits.What nutrition advice would you give to James? Include other aspects that may be affected by his dental status.

Discuss the impact of overweight and obesity in the elderly.What interventions are recommended for this age group? What are the main areas of concern,and what are recommended treatments? Compare and contrast the concerns and ramifications for both underweight and overweight in the elderly.

The very elderly,those 85 years and older,are the fastest growing age group.

Mortality rates are higher in adults who are:

Older adults should generally avoid high-potency single-nutrient supplements.

A person over the age of 100 years is referred to as a(n):

Caretaking that denies healthful foods and adequate fluids to older adults is considered elder abuse.

Programmed theories of aging propose that:

Overall,the quality of life for older Americans is increasing.

Assessing balance is one method to reduce the risk for fall-induced fractures and breaks.

Aging is often associated with dysphagia,which is the condition of:

The "dwindles",also known as ________,characterizes the complexity of age-related weight loss.

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