39 Questions
What is a common risk factor for pressure ulcers in elderly patients?
Incontinence and moisture
Which area is NOT commonly affected by pressure ulcers in elderly patients?
Chest
What is the effect of decreased sweat production on temperature regulation and homeostasis in aging individuals?
Decreased temperature regulation
What is the impact of decreased sensitivity to touch and perception of pain in aging individuals?
Increased risk for injury from concentrated pressures or excess temperatures
What leads to general thinning and graying of hair in aging individuals?
Decreased melanin production and vascular insufficiency
What can pressure ulcers progress to if not treated promptly?
Damage of deep structures
Which of the following is a normal age-related change in the integumentary system?
Decreased vascularity and easy bruising
What is a significant age-related change in the somatosensory system?
Increased sensitivity of touch associated with decline of peripheral receptors
What is a common clinical implication of age-related tremors?
Exaggerated by movement and emotion
How do age-related changes affect balance control in the vestibular system?
Increased postural sway
What is a typical age-related change in the cognitive abilities related to numeric tasks?
Abilities peak in mid-40s and are well maintained until 60s
What is a common age-related change in sensory system hearing?
Buildup of cerumen (ear wax) resulting in conductive hearing loss
What intervention is recommended to slow or reverse age-related changes?
Correction of medical problems to improve cerebral blood flow
What is a common effect of age-related changes on movement?
Both reaction time and movement time are increased
What is a typical age-related change in vision?
Decreased ability to adapt to dark and light
What is a characteristic of age-related tremors?
Rarely resting
What is an effect of decreased vascularity in the integumentary system due to aging?
Decreased resistance to injury and infection
Which of the following is NOT an accessory digestive organ?
Small intestine
What is the main function of peristalsis in the digestive process?
Mechanical digestion
In aging individuals, which gastrointestinal disorder is associated with an increased risk?
Fecal incontinence
Which organ is responsible for secreting enzymes to aid in the chemical digestion of food?
Pancreas
What is the main function of the large intestine in the digestive process?
Elimination of indigestible substances as feces
Which type of muscle is responsible for peristalsis in the GI tract?
Smooth muscle
What is the main function of the esophagus in the digestive process?
Swallowing
Which gastrointestinal disorder is associated with aging and an increased risk of GI bleeding?
Colorectal cancer
What is the primary function of the stomach in the digestive process?
Mechanical digestion
What role do the salivary glands play in the digestive process?
Chemical digestion
What is the major age-related physiological change in older people?
Sarcopenia
What is the main cause of weight loss due to wasting in older people?
Poor dietary food intake
What is defined as abnormally loose stool accompanied by a change in frequency or volume?
Diarrhea
Which of the following is NOT a cause of diarrhea?
Digestive enzyme secretion
Where does 50% of institutionalized elderly experience fecal incontinence?
Gastrointestinal system
What is the sensory division responsible for in the nervous system?
Gathering information to monitor changes
Which part of the nervous system experiences atrophy with aging, leading to a loss of cerebral mass?
Central nervous system
What is a characteristic age-related change in synaptic transmission?
Slowing of many neural processes
Which area experiences selective cell loss with aging, particularly associated with pathology such as Alzheimer's dementia?
Cerebral cortex
What leads to a decline in skeletal muscle mass with aging?
Reduced physical activity
What is a key factor contributing to fecal incontinence in elderly patients?
Cognitive impairment
What is a common intervention to prevent aspiration in elderly patients during mealtimes?
Use consistent feeding techniques
Test your knowledge on age-related changes in motor function, including the development of macro motor units, loss of sympathetic fibers, and age-related tremors. Learn about the clinical implications of these changes for older adults.
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