Question 1

Older adults, like younger adults, may be quite interested in maintaining an active sex life. If an older adult experiences a sexual problem such as ____________________, geriatric-trained professionals will be less likely to incorrectly assume that older adults aren't sexually active and will therefore be more likely to help them access successful treatments.

Accepted Answer

All of the choices could be sexual problems experienced by older adults, and geriatric-trained professionals should not assume that older adults are not sexually active due to their age. By recognizing and addressing these issues, older adults can receive appropriate and effective treatments to improve their sexual health and well-being.

Question 2

Both hearing loss and reduced sensitivity to touch can put older adults at risk due to a decreased likelihood that they will recognize:

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss and reduced sensitivity to touch can impair an older adult's ability to perceive warning signs of potential dangers, such as a smoke alarm or a warning shout. This can increase their risk of accidents or injuries. Insurance risks and probability of injury are not directly related to sensory impairments, and recognizing the problems caused by these impairments may not be enough to prevent accidents or injuries.

Question 3

The biggest nutritional issue among older adults is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of The biggest nutritional issue among older adults...

Question 4

Older adults need ____________ calories than people who are younger.

Accepted Answer

Older adults generally need fewer calories than younger people due to a decrease in metabolic rate and often less physical activity.

Question 5

Over 50% of people in the hospital are over the age of 65.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 50% of hospitalizations in the United States are among people over the age of 65.

Question 6

Regular exercise in older adulthood has been associated with health benefits, but also the way they live their lives because exercise is associated with:

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise in older adulthood has been associated with promoting independence by improving physical functioning, preventing chronic diseases, reducing the risk of falls, and improving overall quality of life.

Question 7

Older adults who complain of pressure in the eye may be diagnosed with:

Accepted Answer

Pressure in the eye is a common symptom of glaucoma, a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve and can lead to blindness if left untreated. Cataracts, arthritis, and epilepsy do not typically cause pressure in the eye as a primary symptom.

Question 8

Older adults diagnosed with dementia experience:

Accepted Answer

Older adults diagnosed with dementia can experience any or all of the choices, including language impairment, memory loss, and inability to recognize familiar people or objects. Dementia is a broad term that encompasses various cognitive impairments that affect memory, thinking, behavior, and daily functioning. The symptoms and severity of dementia can vary depending on the cause and stage of the disease.

Question 9

While there is a growing need for nurses trained to work with older adult patients, there also is a:

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are correct. There is a shortage of nurses trained to work with older adult patients, a shortage in training programs for geriatric health practitioners, and a lack of faculty to teach health care practices relevant to geriatric populations. These issues contribute to the growing need for skilled and specialized care for older adults.

Question 10

Health care administrators recognize that the lengthening of the human lifespan has resulted in the need for more:

Accepted Answer

As the human lifespan lengthens, the population of older adults increases, leading to a greater need for geriatric nurses who specialize in caring for older adults. The other options (B, C, and D) do not address this need for health care professionals.

Question 11

The proportion of older adults engaging in sexual activity compares to the proportion of younger adults engaging in sexual activity;older adults remain sexually active, including approximately ___ of men and ____ of women.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that about 30% of men and 8% of women over the age of 70 remain sexually active. This reflects a decrease in sexual activity compared to younger adults, but it underscores that a significant number of older adults continue to engage in sexual activities.

Question 12

Worldwide, approximately 5% to 7% of adults over the age of 60 die with dementia.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true according to the World Alzheimer Report 2015.

Question 13

At any age, but more commonly in older adults, dementia is diagnosed when an individual experiences a loss of cognitive function.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Dementia is typically diagnosed when an individual experiences a decline in cognitive abilities, including memory, language, problem-solving, and other thinking skills. While it can occur in younger individuals, it is more common in older adults.

Question 14

In addition to regular health care, nurses trained to treat the elderly specifically also serve as caregivers and educators and help meet distinct ____________________ needs of patients aged 65 and older.

Accepted Answer

Nurses trained to treat the elderly specifically not only provide regular health care but also serve as caregivers and educators to meet the distinct emotional and spiritual needs of patients aged 65 and older. Therefore, both options A (emotional) and B (spiritual) are the correct choices.

Question 15

The fastest growing age group is people age 85 and older.

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the age group 85 and older is the fastest growing age group in the United States.

Question 16

Alan was confused by all the frustrations he was having with his life. His 70-year-old wife laughed at him when he complained that "this restaurant served me bland food just to annoy me" and when he thought "someone tilted the street signs so I can't see them now." As a nurse, she knows it's normal for him to experience decreases in his:

Accepted Answer

The scenario suggests that Alan is experiencing difficulties with perception, as he attributes external factors to his frustrations (such as the restaurant intentionally serving him bland food) and struggles to discern street signs that may have been tilted only in his perception. These are signs of decreased perceptual abilities. The other answer choices are not supported by the scenario.

Question 17

The leading cause of vision loss for older adults is age-related:

Accepted Answer

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60. It affects the macula, the part of the eye responsible for sharp, central vision, and can lead to difficulties with reading, driving, and recognizing faces. While glaucoma and cataracts are also age-related vision problems, they are less common causes of severe vision loss compared to macular degeneration. Presbyopia is a normal age-related change in the eyes' ability to focus on near objects and is corrected with reading glasses or bifocals.

Question 18

In older adults, vascular dementia is caused by:

Accepted Answer

Vascular dementia is caused by restricted blood supply to the brain due to a series of mini-strokes that damage brain cells and can lead to cognitive decline.

Question 19

Older adults who want to maintain their sexuality must confront barriers, such as:

Accepted Answer

Physiological changes associated with aging, such as hormonal changes and decreased genital sensitivity, can create barriers to maintaining sexuality in older adults. Additionally, societal stereotypes against sexual behavior in older adults can create a taboo around discussing and engaging in sexual activity, further hindering sexual expression in this population. Both of these factors must be addressed in order for older adults to maintain their sexuality.

Question 20

Among older adults, those who live in Latin America have an increased risk for dementia.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that older adults living in Latin America have a higher risk of developing dementia compared to those living in other regions. This may be attributed to various factors such as socioeconomic status, access to healthcare, and lifestyle habits.

Quiz 15: Physical and Cognitive Development in the Later Years