Older Adults Practice Questions PDF

Learning Objective: Discuss pharmacokinetic changes in the older adult.\ Type: MC\ 1. Which pharmacokinetic change is commonly observed in older adults?\ a. Increased renal clearance\ b. Enhanced hepatic metabolism\ **c. Decreased gastric acid production**\ d. Increased absorption rate\ \ Learning O...

Learning Objective: Discuss pharmacokinetic changes in the older adult.\ Type: MC\ 1. Which pharmacokinetic change is commonly observed in older adults?\ a. Increased renal clearance\ b. Enhanced hepatic metabolism\ **c. Decreased gastric acid production**\ d. Increased absorption rate\ \ Learning Objective: Discuss common causes of adverse drug reactions in the older adult.\ Type: MC\ 2. What is a common cause of adverse drug reactions in older adults?\ a. Increased drug metabolism\ **b. Polypharmacy**\ c. Enhanced drug excretion\ d. Reduced drug sensitivity\ \ Learning Objective: Identify the purpose of the Beers list.\ Type: MC\ 3. What is the primary purpose of the Beers list?\ a. To list all available medications for older adults\ b. To provide a guide for drug pricing\ **c. To identify potentially inappropriate medications for older adults\ **d. To recommend dietary supplements for older adults\ \ Learning Objective: Identify factors that contribute to non-adherence in older adults with drug treatment plans.\ Type: MC\ 4. Which factor is most likely to contribute to non-adherence in older adults with drug treatment plans?\ a. High medication efficacy\ b. Simple dosing schedules\ **c. Complex medication regimens**\ d. Short duration of treatment\ \ Learning Objective: Identify measures to promote the older adult's adherence with drug treatment plan.\ Type: MC\ 5. What is an effective measure to promote adherence to drug treatment plans in older adults?\ a. Increasing the number of medications\ b. Reducing patient education\ **c. Simplifying the medication regimen\ **d. Limiting follow-up appointments\ \ Learning Objective: Discuss pharmacokinetic changes in the older adult.\ Type: MC\ 6. How does aging affect the distribution of drugs in the body?\ a. Increases total body water\ b. Decreases body fat percentage\ **c. Reduces plasma protein binding**\ d. Enhances tissue perfusion\ \ Learning Objective: Discuss common causes of adverse drug reactions in the older adult.\ Type: MC\ 7. Which of the following is a risk factor for adverse drug reactions in older adults?\ a. Low medication dosage\ b. Single-drug therapy\ **c. Impaired renal function\ **d. Short-term medication use\ \ Learning Objective: Identify the purpose of the Beers list.\ Type: MC\ 8. The Beers list is used primarily by healthcare providers to:\ a. Determine drug interactions\ b. Prescribe new medications\ **c. Avoid prescribing high-risk medications to older adults**\ d. Monitor patient adherence\ \ Learning Objective: Identify factors that contribute to non-adherence in older adults with drug treatment plans.\ Type: MC\ 9. Which of the following is a barrier to medication adherence in older adults?\ a. Clear communication from healthcare providers\ b. Affordable medication costs\ **c. Cognitive impairment**\ d. Supportive family environment\ \ Learning Objective: Identify measures to promote the older adult's adherence with drug treatment plan.\ Type: MC\ 10. Which strategy can improve medication adherence in older adults?\ a. Increasing the number of daily doses\ b. Using medical jargon in instructions\ **c. Providing medication reminders**\ d. Reducing patient involvement in decision-making