Question 1

Which of the following treatments would be used for a patient who has congestive heart failure?

Accepted Answer

A)   Surgical valve repair
B)   Chemotherapy
C)   Diuretics
D)   High-fiber foods
E)   Anti-inflammatoriesF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 2

When applying thermotherapy to an elderly patient, which of the following should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)   Increase the amount of heat to increase patient comfort
B)   Check the patient's skin frequently for excessive redness
C)   Avoid applying heat to areas larger than 3 inches by 3 inches
D)   Use moist heat only; do not apply dry heat
E)   Check the patient's blood pressure at 5-minute intervalsF) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 3

When you ask a patient to identify drugs she is taking, you should ask her to include all prescription medications, OTC drugs, dietary supplements, and ________ remedies.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

When communicating with a patient with a visual impairment, ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   find a quiet area to talk
B)   talk down to the patient
C)   provide instruction sheets in large type
D)   try to minimize background noise
E)   use plenty of picturesF) A) and C)
G) D) and E)

Question 5

Which of the following may cause memory loss associated with old age?

Accepted Answer

A)   Decreased blood flow to the brain
B)   Decreased size of the frontal lobes of the brain
C)   Shrinkage of the temporal lobes of the brain
D)   Changes in the hippocampus in the brain
E)   Shrinkage of the substantia nigra in the brainF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 6

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the treatment of depression in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)   Elderly patients respond more quickly than younger patients do.
B)   Elderly patients may be frightened by the idea of taking medication for a mental problem.
C)   Elderly patients notice a relief in the symptoms of depression within two weeks of treatment with medication.
D)   Elderly patients are careful about taking their medications.
E)   Treatment is generally confined to psychotherapy to avoid noncompliance problems with medication.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 7

For which of the following conditions is hormone replacement therapy commonly used?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hypertension
B)   Arthritis
C)   Hyperlipidemia
D)   Incontinence
E)   OsteoporosisF) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 8

The medical term for decreased bone density is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The medical term for decreased bone density...

Question 9

An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system, called ________, results in thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the...

Question 10

Because there is no cure for the brain disorder called ________ disease, the primary role of caregivers for elderly patients who have this disease is to provide comfort and safety to the patient.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because there is no cure for the...

Question 11

Which of the following is not a common treatment for hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)   Angioplasty
B)   Medication to reduce blood pressure
C)   Reducing fat and sodium in the diet
D)   Losing weight
E)   Increasing exerciseF) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

Which of the following techniques is not likely to be effective when you are communicating with a geriatric patient?

Accepted Answer

A)   Showing respect for the patient's age
B)   Calling the patient by his first name
C)   Using active listening skills
D)   Being patient when the patient answers slowly
E)   Looking directly at the patientF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 13

A curvature of the spine, known as ________ or "humpback," may occur in elderly patients due to degeneration of the spine from osteoporosis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A curvature of the spine, known as...

Question 14

In general, what percentage of an elderly person's calories should come from fats?

Accepted Answer

A)   5%
B)   10%
C)   20%
D)   25%
E)   30%F) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 15

Another term for degenerative joint disease is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   kyphosis
B)   osteoporosis
C)   osteoarthritis
D)   lordosis
E)   lentigosF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Exam 41: Assisting in Geriatrics

Which of the following techniques is not likely to be effective when you are communicating with a geriatric patient?

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Because there is no cure for the brain disorder called ________ disease, the primary role of caregivers for elderly patients who have this disease is to provide comfort and safety to the patient.

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The medical term for decreased bone density is ________.

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Which of the following is an accurate statement about the treatment of depression in the elderly?

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An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system, called ________, results in thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time.

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When applying thermotherapy to an elderly patient, which of the following should you do?

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When you ask a patient to identify drugs she is taking, you should ask her to include all prescription medications, OTC drugs, dietary supplements, and ________ remedies.

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For which of the following conditions is hormone replacement therapy commonly used?

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In general, what percentage of an elderly person's calories should come from fats?

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When communicating with a patient with a visual impairment, ____.

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Another term for degenerative joint disease is ____.

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A curvature of the spine, known as ________ or "humpback," may occur in elderly patients due to degeneration of the spine from osteoporosis.

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Which of the following treatments would be used for a patient who has congestive heart failure?

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Which of the following is not a common treatment for hypertension?

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Which of the following may cause memory loss associated with old age?

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Exam 41: Assisting in Geriatrics

Which of the following techniques is not likely to be effective when you are communicating with a geriatric patient?

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Because there is no cure for the brain disorder called ________ disease, the primary role of caregivers for elderly patients who have this disease is to provide comfort and safety to the patient.

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The medical term for decreased bone density is ________.

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Which of the following is an accurate statement about the treatment of depression in the elderly?

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An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system, called ________, results in thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time.

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When applying thermotherapy to an elderly patient, which of the following should you do?

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When you ask a patient to identify drugs she is taking, you should ask her to include all prescription medications, OTC drugs, dietary supplements, and ________ remedies.

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For which of the following conditions is hormone replacement therapy commonly used?

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In general, what percentage of an elderly person's calories should come from fats?

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When communicating with a patient with a visual impairment, ____.

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Another term for degenerative joint disease is ____.

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A curvature of the spine, known as ________ or "humpback," may occur in elderly patients due to degeneration of the spine from osteoporosis.

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Which of the following treatments would be used for a patient who has congestive heart failure?

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Which of the following is not a common treatment for hypertension?

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Which of the following may cause memory loss associated with old age?

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