University of Alabama NUR 372Medical-Surgical more ?-REVIEWED BY EXPERTS 2021-COMPLETE GUIDE FOR EXAM PREPARATION

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Medical Surgical- Udan Stages of growth and development 1. The developmental task of the older adult according to Erickson is: a. Identity vs. role diffusion b. Intimacy vs. Isolation c. Generat... ivity vs. Stagnation d. Ego integrity vs. Despair 2. The study of old age is referred to as: a. Ageism b. Geriatrics c. Gerontonics d. Gerontology 3. All of the following are true concerning Erikson’s task of ego integrity except: a. The person accepts his or her lifestyle as it is b. The person feels dissatisfied c. One is still in control of one’s life d. The person feels that he/she made the best choice for particular situation 4. Bone changes associated with aging frequently result from a loss of: a. Calcium b. Magnesium c. Vit. A d. Vit. C 5. Nursing measures to deal with sensory changes in the aged include the following except: a. Increasing room lighting without increasing glare b. Speaking slowly in clearly enunciated words using slightly lowered tone of voice c. Keeping eyeglasses clean and always available d. Applying hot water bags on the legs during cold climate 6. Which of the following colors is most difficult to be perceived by an elderly? a. Purple b. Red c. Yellow d. Green 7. The following nursing intervention are appropriate in the prevention of pressure sores among bedridden elderly clients except: a. Massage bony prominence b. Apply alcohol on the skin c. Keep the skin clean and dry d. Turn the client every 1 to 2 hours 8. The following are appropriate nursing actions to prevent postural hypotension in an elderly client except: a. Advise to get out of bed gradually b. Instruct to have a daily fluid intake of 3 glasses a day c. Advise to avoid straining at stool d. Advise to avoid bending down and suddenly standing up again 9. Which of the following nursing intervention is inappropriate when caring for an elderly experiencing dementia? a. Have clocks or calendar in the environment b. Provide consistent routine of activities c. Spend time with the patient [Show More]

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