T2: Sensation (CH. 25)

Question 1

Sensory function is often __

Answer 1

taken for granted

Question 2

Intact senses facilitate accurate __ of the environment

Answer 2

perception

Question 3

Sensory function is essential to __

Answer 3

communication

Question 4

Whole vision is blurry

Answer 4

cataracts

Question 5

Sensory deficits compound problems that threaten what 3 things?

Answer 5

health, well-being, and independence

Question 6

Aging vision changes:

• Reduced __ and __ of the muscle fibers of the lens
• Reduced __ size
• __ of the lens and vitreous

Answer 6

elasticity; stiffening
pupil
opacification

Question 7

Visual acuity __

Answer 7

declines

Question 8

Decreased ability to focus (___)

Answer 8

presbyopia

Question 9

There is a loss of photoreceptor cells in the __

Answer 9

retina

Question 10

__ perception threshold decreases

Answer 10

Light

Question 11

Dark and light __ takes longer

Answer 11

adaptation

Question 12

Difficulty with vision at __

Answer 12

night

Question 13

Increased sensitivity to __

Answer 13

glare

Question 14

Distortion in __ perception

Answer 14

depth

Question 15

__ vision reduced

Answer 15

Peripheral

Question 16

Facial expressions and gestures may be missed or ___

Answer 16

misinterpreted

Question 17

There is a limitation of lip reading and written __

Answer 17

communication

Question 18

Sensorineural hearing loss (__)

Answer 18

presbycusis

Question 19

Effects of hearing could include self-conscious of limitation and avoid __

Answer 19

interactions

Question 20

Number of functioning __ __ decreased

Answer 20

taste buds

Question 21

__ and __ flavors sensation decreased.

Answer 21

Sweet and salty

Question 22

__ not sensed as easily in late life

Answer 22

Pressure

Question 23

Decreased __ sensation

Answer 23

tactile

Question 24

Difficulty discriminating between __

Answer 24

temperatures

Question 25

Some __ function loss

Answer 25

olfactory

Question 26

What 4 things promote vision?

Answer 26

- Routine examinations by ophthalmologist - Early detection and treatment of problems - Considerations of financial ability to receive treatment - Prompt evaluation of symptoms that may indicate a visual problem

Question 27

What mineral? Promotes normal visual capacity and adaptation to dark; supplementation can reduce visual loss in macular degeneration; deficiency can facilitate cataract development.

Answer 27

zinc

Question 28

May aid in preventing cataracts; supplementation with vitamin E can reduce visual loss in macular degeneration

Answer 28

selenium

Question 29

Promotes normal vision; supplementation may improve vision in persons with cataracts

Answer 29

Vitamin C

Question 30

Maintains healthy rods and cones in retina

Answer 30

Vitamin A

Question 31

May aid in preventing cataracts; supplementation in large doses can prevent macular degeneration

Answer 31

Vitamin E

Question 32

Aids in preventing cataracts

Answer 32

Riboflavin

Question 33

May prevent degenerative changes in eye

Answer 33

Ginkgo Biloba

Question 34

Improves night vision and adaptation to dark; promotes visual acuity; improves capillary integrity to reduce hemorrhage risk in diabetic retinopathy.

Answer 34

Flavonoid

Question 35

T/F: Arteriosclerosis, hypertension, diabetes, and nutritional deficiencies can threaten an older adult’s vision

Answer 35

true

Question 36

Avoid __ to promote hearing.

Answer 36

q-tips

Question 37

Assessment for impacted __ in the ears.

Answer 37

cerumen

Question 38

Clouding of the lens or its capsule and loss of transparency

Answer 38

cataracts

Question 39

Leading cause of low vision in older adults

Answer 39

cataracts

Question 40

Risk factors for cataracts:

Answer 40

ultraviolet B exposure, DM, cigarette smoking, high alcohol consumption, eye injury

Question 41

Signs & Symptoms: distorted vision, night vision decreased, objects appear blurred, improvement in ability to see small print

Answer 41

Cataracts

Question 42

Treatment of cataracts:

Answer 42

surgery

Question 43

Damage to the optic nerve from an above normal intraocular pressure (IOP)

Answer 43

glaucoma

Question 44

Second leading cause of blindness in older adults

Answer 44

glaucoma

Question 45

Glaucoma: Incidence-12% of all blindness in United States, increases in prevalence over __ years old

Answer 45

40

Question 46

Causes of ___-could be associated w/increased size of lens, iritis, allergy, endocrine imbalance, emotional instability, medications & family history.

Answer 46

glaucoma

Question 47

Diagnosis for Glaucoma

Answer 47

measures intraocular pressure (normal 20mmHG)

Question 48

Treatment/management-Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, mannitol, urea, and glycerin, iridectomy

Answer 48

glaucoma

Question 49

Closed or narrow angle Glaucoma

Answer 49

acute

Question 50

Open angle Glaucoma

Answer 50

chronic

Question 51

Most common form of glaucoma

Answer 51

chronic

Question 52

Vision loss due to glaucoma can/cannot be restored?

Answer 52

can't

Question 53

T/F: Patient compliance with treatment for glaucoma can be challenging for the older adult population

Answer 53

True

Question 54

Most common cause of blindness in adults over the age of 65?

Answer 54

Macular Degeneration

Question 55

Damage or breakdown of the macula leading to loss of central vision

Answer 55

Macular Degeneration

Question 56

Which type of visual problem is associated with macular degeneration?

Answer 56

Loss of central vision

Question 57

Forward displacement of the retina

Answer 57

detached retina

Question 58

Inflammation of the cornea accompanied by a loss of substance is the cause

Answer 58

Corneal ulcer

Question 59

Predisposition factors=febrile states, dietary deficiencies, irritation, CVA what disease?

Answer 59

corneal ulcer

Question 60

Signs & Symptoms: bloodshot eye, increased lacrimation, pain, photophobia

Answer 60

corneal ulcer

Question 61

Incidence/prevalence for hearing deficits-greater in __, bc of occupations

Answer 61

men

Question 62

Caused by an abnormal growth of bone in the ears, which causes hearing loss.

Answer 62

Otosclerosis

Question 63

Clean the hearing aid at least __. Do not use __ to clean it because can dry it out.

Answer 63

weekly | alcohol

Question 64

When changing the battery, ___ the aid first.

Answer 64

turn off

Question 65

Keep several new batteries available. Typically, a battery will last about __ hours

Answer 65

80