Question 1

The sex hormone in men that decreases with age is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Testosterone
B)  Insulin
C)  Estrogen
D)  Progesterone

Question 2

Which of the following helps prevent loss of bone and muscle strength?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inactivity
B)  An appropriate diet
C)  Frequent rests
D)  Avoiding ROM exercises.

Question 3

In men, all of the following occur with aging, except which?

Accepted Answer

A)  An erection takes longer to occur.
B)  The time between erection and orgasm is longer.
C)  Orgasm is longer and more forceful.
D)  Erections are lost quickly. C

Question 4

Mr.Chan is 69 years old.Nervous system changes in him may cause which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Shorter memory
B)  Increased ability to fall asleep
C)  Increased blood flow to the brain
D)  Muscle atrophy A

Question 5

How can Fatima, a support worker, best support her client's sexuality?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dressing her in a sexy outfit.
B)  Asking her client to share her sexual values.
C)  Asking her client about her sexual practices.
D)  Accepting her client's sexual relationships. D

Question 6

Which is correct regarding the older adult's ability to sense pain?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is increased.
B)  It is decreased.
C)  It is the same as a younger adult's.
D)  It is the same as a young child's.

Question 7

Because of musculo-skeletal changes, older adults need to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rest as much as possible.
B)  Exercise no more than once weekly.
C)  Have a diet low in protein, calcium, and vitamins.
D)  Be moved gently and carefully.

Question 8

Age-related changes in the urinary system include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lower concentration of urine
B)  Increased bladder size
C)  Bladder muscles strengthen
D)  Decreased kidney function

Question 9

Why is it that older men may have difficulty urinating?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kidneys atrophy
B)  Bladder decreases in size
C)  Prostate gland enlarges
D)  Bladder muscles weaken

Question 10

Gerontology refers to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  The study of the aging process
B)  Age-related farsightedness
C)  The care of aging people
D)  The physical changes that occur with aging

Question 11

Mrs.Jorges urinates frequently throughout the night.What could she be encouraged to do to reduce the need to urinate at night?

Accepted Answer

A)  Drink only water.
B)  Drink most fluids before 1700 hours.
C)  Urinate before going to bed.
D)  Restrict her fluid intake.

Question 12

Which is true of people during late adulthood stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  They will spend all of their savings.
B)  They will prepare for their own death.
C)  They will be depressed about failing health.
D)  They will try to maintain existing friendships.

Question 13

Older adults may be lonely because of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Family and friends die or move away.
B)  They live with adult children.
C)  They live in assisted-living facilities.
D)  They have contact only with people their own age.

Question 14

Retirement usually involves which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Volunteer work or part-time jobs
B)  Increased income
C)  Social and emotional adjustments
D)  Some sort of illness or disability

Question 15

In a discussion about hair hygiene for older adults, which of the following statements would the support worker include?

Accepted Answer

A)  White or grey hair is not common.
B)  Thinning of hair occurs only in men.
C)  Hair tends to be oily.
D)  Shampooing frequency depends on personal choice.

Question 16

Changes occur in the musculo-skeletal system with aging.Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bones become stronger.
B)  Bones become brittle.
C)  Bones become shorter.
D)  Bones become larger.

Question 17

Mr.Johnson has severe circulatory problems and he complains of discomfort.What should the support worker do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Follow the care plan.
B)  Encourage him to go for a long walk.
C)  Allow him to carry heavy bags.
D)  Put him to bed.

Question 18

What is true about aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a normal process.
B)  It means loss of health.
C)  It decreases quality of life.
D)  It occurs at the same rate in all people.

Question 19

What is the correct definition of geriatrics?

Accepted Answer

A)  The study of the aging process
B)  Age-related farsightedness
C)  The branch of medicine that provides care for older adults
D)  The physical changes that occur with aging

Question 20

What may older adults need to stay warm?

Accepted Answer

A)  Electric heating pads
B)  Warmer room temperatures
C)  Hot water bottles
D)  Intense activity

Exam 21: Caring for Older Adults

The sex hormone in men that decreases with age is which of the following?

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Which of the following helps prevent loss of bone and muscle strength?

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In men, all of the following occur with aging, except which?

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Mr.Chan is 69 years old.Nervous system changes in him may cause which of the following?

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How can Fatima, a support worker, best support her client's sexuality?

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Which is correct regarding the older adult's ability to sense pain?

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Because of musculo-skeletal changes, older adults need to do which of the following?

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Age-related changes in the urinary system include which of the following?

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Why is it that older men may have difficulty urinating?

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Gerontology refers to which of the following?

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Mrs.Jorges urinates frequently throughout the night.What could she be encouraged to do to reduce the need to urinate at night?

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Which is true of people during late adulthood stage?

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Older adults may be lonely because of which of the following?

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Retirement usually involves which of the following?

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In a discussion about hair hygiene for older adults, which of the following statements would the support worker include?

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Changes occur in the musculo-skeletal system with aging.Which of the following is true?

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Mr.Johnson has severe circulatory problems and he complains of discomfort.What should the support worker do?

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What is true about aging?

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What is the correct definition of geriatrics?

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What may older adults need to stay warm?

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