Gerontology Flashcards
The following are sociologic theories of aging: (select all that apply) A. Free radical theory B. Disengagement theory C. Wear and tear theory D. Activity theory E. Erikson's theory
B. Disengagement theory
D. Activity theory
Free radical theory and wear and tear theory are BIOLOGIC theoris
Erikson’s theory is a psychologic theory
What age range is considered "older adults"? A. 40 - 50 years of age B. 50 - 60 years of age C. over 65 years of age D. 55 - 65 years of age
C. over 65 years of age
What are normal memory changes that occur as one ages?
A. STM stays the same but LTM declines
B. Both STM and LTM declines
C. There is a greater loss of STM than LTM
D. Both STM and LTM undergo minimal change
C. There is a greater loss of STM than LTM
What is the major cause of respiratory disability in the older adult?
A. Asthma
B. Bronchitis
C. Upper respiratory tract infection
D. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
E. Emphysema
D. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
What is the most common visual problem occurring in the older adult? A. Glaucoma B. Cataracts C. Blindness D. Myopia
B. Cataracts
This type of theory of aging believes that aging is caused by external forces acting on the body cells & there are away to slow down the process. A. Stochastic B. Non-Stochastic C. Psychological D. Environmental
A. Stochastic
Includes: Free Radical Theory, Somatic Mutation Theory and Wear & Tear Theory
This theory of aging believes that cells are only programmed to reproduce a limited number of times. A. Somatic Mutation Theory B. Wear & Tear Theory C. Hayflick Limit Theroy D. Programmed Aging Theory
C. Hayflick Limit Theroy
This theory of aging believes that aging is and inherent part of our genetics. It is our biological clock that ages us. A. Somatic Mutation Theory B. Pacemaker Theory C. Hayflick Limit Theroy D. Programmed Aging Theory
D. Programmed Aging Theory
This theory of aging believes that chromosomes are damaged from various things we take in. A. Somatic Mutation Theory B. Free Radical Theory C. Cross Linkage Theory D. Hayflick Limit Theory
A. Somatic Mutation Theory
This theory of aging believes that chromosomes are damaged from various things we take in. A. Somatic Mutation Theory B. Free Radical Theory C. Cross Linkage Theory D. Hayflick Limit Theory
A. Somatic Mutation Theory
Match the age group to the correct category of Erikson's stages of psychosocial development. 1. 18 - 40 year olds 2. 40-65 year olds 3. 65+ A. Ego Integrity vs. Despair B. Intimacy vs. Isolation C. Generativity vs. Stagnation
- 18 - 40 year olds: B. Intimacy vs. Isolation
- 40-65 year olds: C. Generativity vs. Stagnation
- 65+: A. Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Menopause usually occurs: A. In the early 30s B. by age 40 C. in the late 50s D. in the late 40s to early 50s
D. in the late 40s to early 50s
In correcting the myths about aging, the nurse recognizes that healthy older adults: A. have periods of confusion B. are likely to become senile C. have few of no sexual needs D. have a slower reaction time
D. have a slower reaction time
To counter act the effect of aging, \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ will help to increase the flow of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. rest; blood B. sleeping; oxygen C. exercise; oxygen D. carbohydrates; oxygen
C. To counter act the effect of aging, exercise will help to increase the flow of oxygen.
Advise older adults in nutritional counseling to:
A. eat more fats and proteins
B. eat a diet low in fiber and high in carbohydrates
C. eat a diet low in saturated fats and carbohydrates
D. eat a diet low in fiber and high in proteins
C. eat a diet low in saturated fats and carbohydrates
