ATI - Chapter 24

Question 1

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases skin tugor and ____.

Answer 1

moisture

Question 2

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____ fat.

Answer 2

subcutaneous

Question 3

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ in hair causing graying.

Answer 3

melanin

Question 4

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____, especially in near vision.

Answer 4

visual acuity

Question 5

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases sense of _____.

Answer 5

taste

Question 6

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____, especially for high pitched sounds.

Answer 6

auditory acuity

Question 7

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ muscle mass.

Answer 7

skeletal

Question 8

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases calcium and ___.

Answer 8

bone density.

Question 9

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases blood vessel _____.

Answer 9

elasticity

Question 10

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases respiratory ____.

Answer 10

vital capacity

Question 11

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases large _____ muscle tone.

Answer 11

intestine

Question 12

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ___ secretions.

Answer 12

gastric

Question 13

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ filtration rate.

Answer 13

glomerular

Question 14

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____ hormones.

Answer 14

estrogen/testosterone

Question 15

In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ tolerance.

Answer 15

glucose

Question 16

Middle adults cognitive development is affected with aging. ___ time and speed of performance slow slightly. Memory is intact. Crystallized intelligence remains (stored knowledge) Fluid intelligence (how to learn and process new info) _____ slightly.

Answer 16

reaction

declines

Question 17

Middle adults use life as an opportunity for creativity and _____.

Answer 17

productivity

Question 18

Middle adults have concern for ___.

Answer 18

others

Question 19

Middle adults consider parenting and ____.

Answer 19

important task

Question 20

Middle adults contribute to the well being of the _____.

Answer 20

next generation

Question 21

Middle adults strive to do well in one’s _____.

Answer 21

own environment

Question 22

Middle adults adjust to changes in physical appearance and ____.

Answer 22

abilities

Question 23

Middle adults adjust to changes in physical appearance and ____.

Answer 23

abilities

Question 24

Middle adults have religious maturity, spiritual beliefs and religion can take on ____.

Answer 24

added importance

Question 25

Middle adults can become more ______ in their convictions.

Answer 25

secure

Question 26

Middle adults often have advanced ____.

Answer 26

moral development

Question 27

Some middle adults have issues related to menopause, sexuality, depression, irritability, difficulty with sexual identity, _______ and ability to provide support. Marital changes with the death of a _____.

Answer 27

job performance | spouse or divorce

Question 28

In middle adults, sex drive can ____ as a result of declining hormones, chronic disorders, or _____.

Answer 28

decrease | medications

Question 29

In middle adults, changes in physical appearance can raise concerns about _____.

Answer 29

desirability

Question 30

In middle adults women's symptoms of menopause can represent as loss of _____ or femininty and new interest in intimacy.

Answer 30

reproductive role

Question 31

In middle adults men have a _____ in strength that can be frustrating or frightening.

Answer 31

decrease

Question 32

Middle age adults need to maintain and strengthen ____.

Answer 32

intimacy

Question 33

Middle age adults experience empty nest syndrome: experiencing ____ when children move away from home.

Answer 33

sadness

Question 34

Middle age adults provide assistance to aging ____, adult children and grandchildren, giving this stage of life the name ______.

Answer 34

parents | sandwich generation

Question 35

In middle adults that are at risk for alterations in health due to obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, cancer, _______ and psychosocial stressors.

Answer 35

substance abuse disorders (alcohol)

Question 36

Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening including DXA for ______.

Answer 36

osteoporosis

Question 37

Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening eye exams for _____ and other disorders every 2 to 3 years or annually depending on provider.

Answer 37

glaucoma

Question 38

Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening for _____ for anxiety and depression.

Answer 38

mental health

Question 39

Nutrition counseling for middle adults generally includes obtaining adequate _____. Increasing the consumption of whole grains and fresh fruits and veggies. Limiting ____ and cholesterol. Increasing vitamin D and calcium supplementation (especially for women)

Answer 39

protein | fats