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basic geriatric nursing 6th edition test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Define Ageism.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Ageism is defined as prejudice or discrimination against individuals based on their age. 2. Choice A accurately defines ageism by highlighting the prejudicial nature and stereotyping of older adults. 3. Choices B and C are incorrect as ageism can occur against any age group, not just those over 65 or younger people in healthcare. 4. Choice D is incorrect as ageism involves negative stereotypes, not positive ones like assuming all older adults are wise.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on an older client. What would indicate a potential complication associated with the skin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Crusting. Crusting on the skin of an older client can indicate a potential complication such as an infection or skin condition. It suggests that there may be an issue with the skin's integrity, leading to the formation of crusts. Wrinkling (B) and thinning/loss of elasticity (C) are common age-related changes and not necessarily indicative of a complication. Choice D is a duplicate of choice A, so it is incorrect. In summary, crusting is a sign of a potential skin complication, while the other choices are more likely to be normal age-related changes.
Question 3 of 5
Intra-renal renal failure can be caused by all of the following conditions except______
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: kidney stones. Intra-renal renal failure refers to damage within the kidney itself. Kidney stones mainly affect the urinary tract rather than directly causing damage within the kidney. A: certain aminoglycoside antibiotics can cause intra-renal renal failure by damaging the kidney tubules. B: glomerulonephritis is inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidney, leading to intra-renal renal failure. D: diabetic or hypertensive nephrosclerosis can cause intra-renal renal failure due to long-term damage to the kidney's blood vessels and structures.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 70 yr old client with pain related to osteoarthritis. The pain is relatively constant. The client is prescribed pharmacological treatment for the pain. In suggesting alternative therapies to the client, the nurse would consider their effectiveness to be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Greater when used in conjunction with pharmacological therapy. This is because combining alternative therapies with pharmacological treatment can often provide a synergistic effect, resulting in better pain management outcomes. Alternative therapies such as physical therapy, acupuncture, or mindfulness techniques can complement the effects of medications, leading to improved pain relief. Options A and D are incorrect as age alone does not determine the effectiveness of alternative therapies. Option C is also incorrect as combining therapies can enhance overall pain management strategies.
Question 5 of 5
All of the following nursing actions except____________ will help maintain safety for the elderly.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because promoting independence without assistance to all clients may not always maintain safety for the elderly. Elderly individuals may require some level of assistance for certain activities to prevent falls or other safety risks. Providing assistance when needed is crucial for ensuring their safety. A: Modifying the environment to reduce obstacles and barriers to ambulation helps prevent falls. B: Consistent checks of ambulation abilities ensure early detection of any decline in mobility. C: Orienting to new surroundings and repeating as needed helps prevent confusion and disorientation.