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    1. Which term best describes the scientific study of aging and the problems associated with growing older?
      A)Geriatrics
      B)Gerontology
      C)Palliative care
      D)Rehabilitation medicine
    2. Which term describes the branch of medicine focused specifically on the health and medical care of older adults?
      A)Gerontology
      B)Pediatrics
      C)Geriatrics
      D)Internal medicine
    3. Which generation is most associated with the current rapid growth of the aging population?
      A)Generation X
      B)Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964)
      C)Millennials
      D)The Silent Generation (born before 1946)
    4. A geriatric nurse spends the shift providing physical and emotional support directly to residents. Which nursing role is being demonstrated?
      A)Educator
      B)Advocate
      C)Caregiver
      D)Coordinator
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    1. A geriatric nurse teaches a client and family about managing a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which nursing role is being demonstrated?
      A)Caregiver
      B)Educator
      C)Advocate
      D)Coordinator
    2. A geriatric nurse intervenes when a client’s wishes are not being honored by family members, ensuring the client’s rights and independence are protected. Which role is being demonstrated?
      A)Coordinator
      B)Caregiver
      C)Educator
      D)Advocate
    3. A geriatric nurse works with physical therapy, social work, and the physician to arrange a client’s discharge plan. Which role is being demonstrated?
      A)Advocate
      B)Coordinator
      C)Caregiver
      D)Educator
    4. Which of the following is NOT a typical setting for geriatric nursing care?
      A)Long-term care facility
      B)Home health care
      C)Pediatric urgent care clinic
      D)Assisted living
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    1. Which of the following are chronic illnesses commonly managed in the geriatric population? Select all that apply.(SATA)
      A)Hypertension
      B)Diabetes
      C)Arthritis
      D)Heart disease
      E)Acute appendicitis
    2. Which best describes a major risk associated with polypharmacy in older adults?
      A)Improved therapeutic outcomes from combined drug effects.
      B)Increased risk of adverse drug reactions and interactions.
      C)Decreased need for medication monitoring.
      D)Simplified medication regimens.
    3. Which of the following are recognized forms of elder abuse? Select all that apply.(SATA)
      A)Physical
      B)Emotional
      C)Financial
      D)Neglect
      E)Therapeutic touch
    4. Which of the following best reflects a barrier to healthcare access commonly experienced by older adults?
      A)Excess of available Medicare coverage.
      B)Concerns related to Medicare/Medicaid coverage and insurance costs.
      C)Overuse of preventive screenings.
      D)Too many available geriatric specialists.
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    1. Which of the following reflect important nursing implications when caring for older adults? Select all that apply.(SATA)
      A)Emphasize health promotion, disease prevention, and patient independence.
      B)Understand ethical and legal issues related to older adult care.
      C)Recognize the importance of cultural sensitivity.
      D)Encourage complete dependence on family caregivers.
    2. A theory of aging proposing that cells and tissues wear out from cumulative damage due to use and environmental exposure is known as:
      A)Free Radical Theory
      B)Wear and Tear Theory
      C)Cross-linking Theory
      D)Programmed (Genetic) Theory
    3. Which theory of aging proposes that unstable molecules progressively damage cells and DNA, and that antioxidants may help slow the process?
      A)Free Radical Theory
      B)Immunity Theory
      C)Continuity Theory
      D)Disengagement Theory
    4. Which theory of aging suggests that protein fibers become stiff over time, leading to decreased tissue elasticity and contributing to the aging process?
      A)Programmed (Genetic) Theory
      B)Activity Theory
      C)Cross-linking Theory
      D)Erikson’s Theory
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    1. Which theory of aging proposes that an individual’s lifespan is predetermined by their genetic code?
      A)Wear and Tear Theory
      B)Programmed (Genetic) Theory
      C)Immunity Theory
      D)Continuity Theory
    2. Which theory of aging holds that a natural decline in immune system function with age leads to increased susceptibility to disease?
      A)Immunity Theory
      B)Free Radical Theory
      C)Disengagement Theory
      D)Activity Theory
    3. Which theory of aging proposes that older adults gradually and mutually withdraw from society as part of the normal aging process?
      A)Continuity Theory
      B)Activity Theory
      C)Disengagement Theory
      D)Erikson’s Theory
    4. According to which theory of aging does remaining physically and mentally active promote the greatest life satisfaction?
      A)Activity Theory
      B)Disengagement Theory
      C)Programmed Theory
      D)Cross-linking Theory
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