Gerontology and Population Aging Quiz

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What is the main focus of the specialty of gerontology?

The study of mental health in adolescents

The study of surgical techniques in senior populations

The study of old age and the process of aging (correct)

The study of pediatric care

How has global population aging changed over time?

Older people are now a greater percentage of the population worldwide (correct)

It has remained constant for the past century

The average age of the population has gotten younger

It has decreased significantly since 1960

What is one of the outcomes of the decline in fertility rates?

Rapid population growth

Increased mortality rates

Decreased life expectancy

Increasing life span (correct)

What does the Demographic Transition Model describe?

A sequence of changes in birth and death rates in populations Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic processes that affect changes in populations according to the text?

Fertility, Migration, Mortality Signup and view all the answers

Why is the increase in life expectancy considered an historic achievement?

It represents significant progress in human well-being and healthcare Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the universal changes that occur with aging?

Primary aging Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the mental and physical decline associated with the aging process?

Senescence Signup and view all the answers

What is secondary aging primarily caused by?

Diseases Signup and view all the answers

In which field do gerontological nurses work according to the provided text?

Geriatrics Signup and view all the answers

Which model describes the shifts in population structure as countries move from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates?

Demographic transitional model Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key focus area of the geriatric nursing course described in the text?

Developing nursing skills for pediatric care Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key demographic change impacting health care delivery for the elderly?

Increasing proportion of the population aged 65 and older Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions the "Demographic transitional model" as a key concept in the geriatric nursing course. Which of the following best describes this model?

A model that explains the decline in birth and death rates as a country develops economically Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key responsibility of geriatric nurses according to the course objectives?

Delivering specialized pediatric care Signup and view all the answers

The text states that the course will cover "health-promoting activities for elderly people." Which of the following would be the LEAST likely focus of these health-promoting activities?

Substance abuse treatment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the overall goal of the geriatric nursing course outlined in the text?

To promote healthy aging and address the unique needs of the growing elderly population Signup and view all the answers