Deck 7: Older Learner

Question 1

Which statement is true about the older population? They are:

A) decreasing in numbers due to the increased frequency of diseases.
B) experiencing unusual difficulty in finding needed resources.
C) creating an increasing burden on family members.
D) increasing in numbers due to improved environmental and personal health.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

The longest developmental time span of any age group is the:

A) youngsters
B) young adults
C) middle age adults
D) elderly adults

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of Erikson's psychosocial stages is characteristic of older learners.

A) identify versus role confusion
B) ego integrity versus despair
C) intimacy versus isolation
D) values clarification versus depression

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Which statement best characterizes a development task of older learners:

A) adjusting to retirement finding meaningful activities
B) becoming a parent and learning parenting skills
C) taking care of one's family as well as one's aging parents
D) navigating marriage, divorce, and child care arrangements

Question 5

Changes in the cardiovascular system impacting teaching and learning include all the following except one. Select that one.

A) decreased cardiac output
B) increase in coronary blood flow
C) increase in conduction problems
D) increase in systolic or diastolic blood pressure

Question 6

Endurance level in older learners:

A) consistently decreases proportionate to age
B) is not usually a problem in teaching and learning
C) can improve with exercise and activities
D) not an important consideration when planning activities

Question 7

Which poster on a white background is best for older learners?

A) bright yellow lettering
B) orange lettering outlined in black
C) light green lettering
D) violet lettering

Question 8

When showing a video in a darkened room, remember to:

A) introduce the video
B) urge clients to sit in the front of the room
C) allow time for the eyes to adapt from dark to light
D) explain how you plan to evaluate their learning

Question 9

The most common hearing loss associated with aging is:

A) presbycusis
B) deafness
C) presbyopia
D) nerve damage

Question 10

A hidden problem among older learners is:

A) weight loss/gain
B) lack of sufficient rest and sleep
C) alcoholism
D) inadequate nutrition

Question 11

Characteristics of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) include:

A) memory loss and language difficulties
B) inability to engage in activities of daily living
C) mobility difficulties and depression
D) shortness of breath and dyspnea

Question 12

It is important to educate health team members in assisted-living facilities because:

A) they often span the age range from young to older adults
B) they often don't know the policies of the employer
C) they often require close supervision
D) they often have little formal training for their responsibilities