CHPT. 12 Questions

Question 1

what age do elderly usually retire

Answer 1

62-66 yrs

Question 2

what are some changes the could happen in the nervous system

Answer 2

brain and spinal cord lose nerve cells, reflexes slow, dizziness, brain tissue may shrink, eye/vision change, hearing loss and sleep patterns change

Question 3

what are some changes that could happen in the integumentary system

Answer 3

skin becomes less elastic, brown spots on the wrists and hands, fewer nerve endings affect temp. , pressure, and pain sensation and whitening or graying hair

Question 4

what are some changes that could happen in the Musculo-skeletal system

Answer 4

vertebrae shorten, bone mass decreases, decreased mobility, loss of height, trunk becomes shorter and hip and knee joints become bent

Question 5

changes in circulatory system

Answer 5

heart pumps with less force, heart valves thicken and become stiff, abnormal heart rhythms, number of RBCs decrease and heart walls thicken

Question 6

changes in respiratory system

Answer 6

some lung tissue is lost, chest is less able to stretch, difficulty breathing (dyspnea), and avoid heavy bed linens

Question 7

changes in digestive system

Answer 7

difficulty swallowing dysphagia, decreased appetite, loss of teeth, indigestion and difficulty digesting fried and fatty foods

Question 8

urinary system

Answer 8

kidney function decreases, bladder muscles weaken, prostate gland enlarges (men), urinary tract infections may occur, and bladder may not empty completely

Question 9

Adult day care

Answer 9

a safe setting for those who cannot be alone during the day. services may include personal care

Question 10

home healthcare

Answer 10

nursing and physical, occupational and speech therapies. The person may need help with such things as taking drugs, changing dressings, or cathercare

Question 11

What is elder cottage housing opportunity/Accessory dwelling unit

Answer 11

small homes designed for older and disabled persons. Portable home placed in the yard of a single-family home

Question 12

what are some home options for elderly

Answer 12

home-sharing, group settings, assisted living residences, board and care homes, adult foster care, continuing care retirement community, nursing center

Question 13

the study of the aging process is called

Answer 13

Gerontology

Question 14

retirement usually means

Answer 14

Lowered income

Question 15

which causes loneliness in older persons

Answer 15

children moving away

Question 16

An adult child is an older parent’s caregiver. This social change promotes

Answer 16

security

Question 17

which statement about a partner’s death is true

Answer 17

Feelings of loss and emptiness occur

Question 18

skin changes occur with aging. Care should include

Answer 18

applying lotion

Question 19

an older person complains of cold feet. You should

Answer 19

provide socks

Question 20

musculo-skeletal changes occur with aging. Which is true

Answer 20

joints become stiff and painful

Question 21

aging causes changes in the nervous system. Which is true

Answer 21

less sleep is needed than when younger

Question 22

changes occur in the eye with aging. Which is true

Answer 22

vision is poor at night and dark rooms

Question 23

which is true of hearing loss in older persons

Answer 23

acoustic nerve changes affect hearing

Question 24

an older person has circulatory changes. which care measure would you question

Answer 24

take long walks

Question 25

respiratory changes occur with aging which is true

Answer 25

the person is turned often if on bed rest

Question 26

older persons should avoid dry foods because of

Answer 26

decreases in saliva

Question 27

Changes occur in the digestive system. Older persons should eat

Answer 27

High-fiber foods

Question 28

changes occur in the urinary system. Which is True

Answer 28

bladder muscles weaken

Question 29

An older person is at risk for a urinary tract infection. The doctor ordered increasing fluid intake. You should

Answer 29

give most of the fluid before 1700

Question 30

Adult day-care centers

Answer 30

provide meals, supervision, and activities

Question 31

A husband needs 24 hour nursing care. his wife needs an independent living unit. which would meet their needs

Answer 31

A continuing care retirement community

Question 32

A quality nursing center

Answer 32

is Medicare and Medicaid certified