Mezey and Fulmer (2002) justify gerontological nursing research and the work of gerontological advanced practice nurses by concluding the following:
a. Other scientists devalue gerontological nursing research.
b. The research influences outcomes from nursing care in a positive way.
c. Gerontological care is expensive but re-quired in long-term care.
d. Gerontological nursing research is well known to practicing nurses.
Question 2Which of the following is used to treat the most common cause of impairment to an older person's hearing?
a. Hearing aids
b. Cochlear implants
c. Ear canal irrigation
d. Sign language
Question 3Which statement is true about analgesic medications for older adults?
a. Opioids are less effective in older patients than in younger patients.
b. Stool softeners and laxatives should be used with opioids.
c. Over-the-counter nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are generally harmless.
d. The dose limit for acetaminophen is difficult to reach for older adults.
Question 4A older man is transferred to a hospice facility with end-stage disease. Which is a suitable nursing intervention for this older adult and his family according to the goals of long-term care?
a. Decrease the analgesic dose to prevent sedation.
b. Provide a basin and towels for morning self-care.
c. Inform family members about strict visit-ing hours.
d. Facilitate family rituals related to death and dying.
Question 5Which of the following diseases affects the eyesight of an older adult by damaging the central part of the retina?
a. Glaucoma
b. Presbyopia
c. Cataract
d. Macular degeneration
Question 6Which of the following pain sensation(s) is(are) associated with neuropathic pain? (Select all that apply.)
a. Infection c. Inflammation
b. Obstruction d. Postamputation
Question 7An older female adult had hip replacement surgery 1 day ago, and the nurse thinks that the woman also has dementia. Which patient assessment does the nurse use to determine that this woman is experiencing pain?
a. Holds abdomen tightly
b. Has stable vital signs
c. Is not verbalizing
d. Moves during sleep
Question 8Which of the following statement(s) is(are) true about pain in older adults? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pain is not a normal aging process.
b. Pain sensitivity decreases with age.
c. If patients do not complain, they do not have pain.
d. Opioid analgesics are often the best treatment for persistent pain.
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