Question 1

What symptom could be an indicator of depression in an 80-year-old man?

Accepted Answer

A)  Repetitive routines 
B)  Agitation and irritability 
C)  Constant talking 
D)  Seeking the company of family members

Question 2

The 75-year-old woman newly admitted to a long-term care facility seems fearful of her surroundings and is frequently tearful, saying, "I don't know what to do!" What action by the nurse would most help decrease her fear?

Accepted Answer

A)  Help the resident identify and verbalize her specific fears. 
B)  Assure the resident that she has nothing to be afraid of. 
C)  Keep the light on in the resident's room 24 hours a day. 
D)  Play quiet music on the resident's radio.

Question 3

What forms an individual's self-identity? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Values 
B)  Ambition 
C)  Interaction with others 
D)  Self-esteem 
E)  Ability to control his or her life

Question 4

What is a common feeling for an older adult who is placed in a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rejection 
B)  Safety 
C)  Making a fresh start 
D)  Immediate assistance at hand

Question 5

The 70-year-old woman who had a stroke 3 months ago has a body image disturbance related to her spastic right arm and contracted fingers of the right hand. How can the nurse assist the patient in improving her body image?

Accepted Answer

A)  Teach her to write with her left hand. 
B)  Place articles within easy reach of her left hand. 
C)  Help her select colorful scarves or accessories to cover her right arm. 
D)  Show her massage techniques to increase circulation in her right arm.

Question 6

The long-term care facility nurse is aware that the resident most at risk for suicide related to depression is the

Accepted Answer

A)  70-year-old man with diabetes. 
B)  75-year-old woman with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. 
C)  80-year-old woman with a bipolar disorder. 
D)  85-year-old man with schizophrenia.

Question 7

What actions by the nurse would help a patient who is experiencing a loss of self-control? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Allowing the patient to make choices whenever possible 
B)  Assisting the patient to perform all self-care activities 
C)  Respecting the patient's right to refuse treatment 
D)  Explaining all procedures ahead of time 
E)  Adapting the environment to enhance self-care

Exam 11: Self Perception and Self-Concept