Care Across the Continuum

Question 1

In 1987, the ________ increased the quality of care at nursing homes. It increased staff ratios and training and got rid of ineffective, small nursing homes.

Answer 1

Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA ‘87)

Question 2

There are 3 main subgroups of older adults. The old–old are between the ages of ________. The old-old are growing the most rapidly due to increasing longevity.

a. ) 65-74
b. ) 75-84
c. ) 85+

Answer 2

Old-old → 85+

Question 3

There are 3 main subgroups of older adults. The young-old are between the ages of ________.

a. ) 65-74
b. ) 75-84
c. ) 85+

Answer 3

Young-old → 65-74

Question 4

There are 3 main subgroups of older adults. The middle-old are between the ages of ________.

a. ) 65-74
b. ) 75-84
c. ) 85+

Answer 4

Middle-old → 75-84