75 Questions
Which of the following is a common problem among older adults?
Nocturia
What can lead to nocturia and other urinary problems?
Bladder hypertrophy and loss of elasticity
What happens to the production of ADH as people age?
It decreases
What is cognition?
The mental processes involved in thinking, learning, and remembering
What can delay learning in older adults?
Decreased hearing and vision
What is spirituality?
Caring deeply about oneself and others
What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
A theory of human motivation
What can help improve sleep quality and duration?
Establishing a regular sleep schedule
What is a complication of inactivity?
High risk for osteoporosis
What happens to muscle mass as people age?
It decreases
Which of the following is true about the Kubler-Ross five stages of grief?
The stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance
What does medication safety involve?
All of the above
What is polypharmacy?
The use of multiple medications
What is refusal or noncompliance in relation to medication?
Refusing to take medications as prescribed
What should healthcare providers ensure for their patients regarding medications and appointments?
All of the above
What are some factors that can contribute to constipation in older adults?
Decreased peristalsis
What is pain assessment?
The process of collecting and interpreting information about a patient's pain
What are common pain scales used for pain assessment?
All of the above
What is intractable pain?
Pain that is difficult to control or manage
What is stress incontinence?
The loss of urine with exertion
According to the disengagement theory, why do individuals withdraw from social interaction as they age?
To focus on their own needs and prepare for death
According to the activity theory, what is considered successful aging?
The ability to adapt to changing roles and activities as one ages
Which theory of aging posits that aging is the result of the accumulation of damage to cells and tissues over time?
Wear/Tear Theory
What is the clockwork theory of aging also known as?
Programmed Theory of Aging
In which stage of psychosocial development proposed by Erik Erikson does ego integrity vs. despair occur?
Late adulthood
What is the free radical theory of aging caused by?
The accumulation of free radicals in the body
According to the disengagement theory, why is the withdrawal from social interaction seen as mutually beneficial for both the individual and society?
It allows younger generations to take on leadership roles
What is the main focus of the wear-and-tear theory of aging?
The accumulation of damage to cells and tissues over time
What is the main focus of the clockwork theory of aging?
The gradual slowing down of the body's systems
What is the main focus of the ego integrity vs. despair stage of psychosocial development?
Reflecting on one's life and trying to make sense of it
Which of the following is a risk factor for nocturia?
Bladder hypertrophy and loss of elasticity
What is the hormone that helps regulate the amount of water in the body?
ADH
What is the term for the mental processes involved in thinking, learning, and remembering?
Cognition
What is the term for the amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus?
Reaction time
What can make it difficult for older adults to learn new information and communicate with others?
Hearing and vision problems
What is the term for caring deeply about oneself and others, feeling connected to something larger than oneself?
Love
What is the term for finding meaning and purpose in life, having a sense of direction and goals?
Meaning and purpose
What is the term for believing in a better future and feeling optimistic and hopeful?
Hope
What is the term for having a sense of self-worth and respect, feeling valued and appreciated?
Dignity
What is the term for going beyond the ordinary, experiencing a sense of awe and wonder?
Transcendence
Which of the following is a risk factor for constipation in older adults?
Medication side effects
What is the main focus of medication safety?
All of the above
What are the five stages of grief according to the Kubler-Ross model?
Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
What is polypharmacy?
The use of multiple medications
What is refusal or noncompliance in relation to medication?
The refusal to take medication as prescribed
What is the main focus of pain assessment?
Collecting and interpreting information about a patient's pain
What is intractable pain?
Pain that is difficult to control or manage
What is stress incontinence?
The loss of urine with exertion
What is the most common type of pain?
Nociceptive pain
What does sexuality include?
All of the above
Which theory of aging posits that aging is controlled by a genetic clock?
Clockwork Theory
According to the wear-and-tear theory, what causes aging?
Accumulation of damage to cells and tissues over time
What is the main focus of the disengagement theory of aging?
Withdrawal from social interaction and becoming more isolated
What is the main focus of the activity theory of aging?
Maintaining social roles and activities
What is the main focus of the free radical theory of aging?
Accumulation of free radicals in the body
What is the main focus of the ego integrity vs. despair stage of psychosocial development?
Reflecting on life and finding meaning and purpose
According to the disengagement theory, why do individuals withdraw from social interaction as they age?
To focus on their own needs and prepare for death
What is the main focus of the wear-and-tear theory of aging?
Accumulation of damage to cells and tissues over time
According to the activity theory, what is considered successful aging?
Maintaining social roles and activities
What is the clockwork theory of aging also known as?
Programmed Theory of Aging
Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis in older adults?
Decreased muscle fibers
What is the term for the need to urinate more than once at night?
Nocturia
What is the hormone that helps to regulate the amount of water in the body?
ADH
What is the term for the mental processes involved in thinking, learning, and remembering?
Cognition
What are the basic needs for survival, such as food, water, and shelter, according to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Physiological needs
Which of the following is a risk factor for constipation in older adults?
Medication side effects
What is the most common type of pain?
Nociceptive pain
What is the term for the loss of urine with exertion, such as coughing or sneezing?
Stress incontinence
What is the main focus of pain assessment?
Collecting and interpreting information about a patient's pain
What is the term for pain that is difficult to control or manage, even with multiple medications and treatments?
Intractable pain
According to the wear-and-tear theory, what causes aging?
The accumulation of damage to cells and tissues over time
What is the main focus of the clockwork theory of aging?
The control of aging by a genetic clock
What is the main focus of the ego integrity vs. despair stage of psychosocial development?
Reflecting on life and finding meaning and purpose
According to the activity theory, what is considered successful aging?
The ability to adapt to changing roles and activities
What is the main focus of the free radical theory of aging?
The accumulation of free radicals in the body
Study Notes
Key Concepts in Aging and Health
- Disengagement Theory: Aging theory suggesting that as people age, they naturally withdraw from social interaction and become more isolated.
- Activity Theory: Aging theory stating that successful aging involves maintaining social roles and activities and adapting to changing roles and activities.
- Wear/Tear Theory: Aging theory proposing that aging is the result of accumulated damage to cells and tissues caused by factors like free radicals and inflammation.
- Clockwork Theory: Aging theory suggesting that aging is controlled by a genetic clock that gradually slows down the body's systems and leads to death.
- Ego Integrity vs Despair: Psychosocial stage proposed by Erik Erikson, occurring in late adulthood, where individuals reflect on their lives and seek meaning and purpose.
- Free Radical Theory: Aging theory positing that aging is caused by the accumulation of free radicals in the body, which can damage cells and tissues.
- Kubler-Ross: 5 Stages of Grief: Model of the grieving process consisting of denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, experienced in any order.
- Sexuality: The way a person experiences and expresses themselves as a sexual being, including sexual orientation, gender identity, and behaviors.
- Medication Safety: The practice of taking medications safely and effectively, including understanding risks, following prescriptions, and avoiding interactions.
- Polypharmacy: The use of multiple medications, typically five or more, which can be complex to manage and increase the risk of interactions and side effects.
- Risk for Constipation: Common problem in older adults caused by factors like decreased peristalsis, fluid and fiber intake, mobility, medication side effects, and decreased sensation.
- Pain Assessment: Process of collecting and interpreting information about a patient's pain to develop a pain management plan, using tools like pain scales.
- Urinary: Referring to the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra, and related issues like stress incontinence, nocturia, and bladder problems.
- Cognition: Mental processes involved in thinking and learning, with age increasing the risk of cognitive decline but not affecting all individuals.
- Spirituality: Various aspects of spirituality, including love, meaning, purpose, hope, dignity, forgiveness, gratitude, transcendence, expression of faith, and self-esteem.
- Maslow: Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of human motivation consisting of physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization needs.
- Sleep and Rest: Strategies to improve sleep quality and duration, addressing issues like restless legs syndrome, nocturnal myoclonus, and complications of inactivity.
- Musculoskeletal: Age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system, including decreased muscle fibers and strength, leading to decreased mobility.
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