Assisting with geriatrics

Question 1

Elderly patients are defined as patients who are over the age of

Answer 1

65

Question 2

Which of the following is a sign of aging in the integumentary system

Answer 2

Atrophy, or degeneration, of the subcutaneous layer of skin

Question 3

Another term for degenerative joint disease is _

Answer 3

osteoarthritis

Question 4

When communicating with a patient who has a hearing impairment,

Answer 4

speak in clear, low pitched tones

Question 5

Which is not a physical change of aging related to the digestive system?

Answer 5

artherosclerosis

Question 6

When drawing blood on an elderly patient, which of the below should be a concern?

Answer 6

prone to bruising

Question 7

Elderly patients experience postural hypotension, which is a sign of aging related to the

Answer 7

cardiovascular system

Question 8

Disorders of the cardiovascular system in the elderly

Answer 8

artherosclerosis, hypertension, hypotension, myocardial infarction

Question 9

clouding of the lens affecting vision