Module R & S: Definitions

Question 1

Cognition

Answer 1

the manner in which messages from the five senses are changed, stored in memory, recovered from memory, and later used to answer questions, respond to requests, and perform tasks

Question 2

Learning

Answer 2

the gaining of information, skills, and knowledge measured by an improvement in some obvious response

Question 3

Memory

Answer 3

involves the storing of information in the brain for later use and the ability to recall the information when needed

Question 4

Pacing

Answer 4

the awareness and adjustment of nursing care based on how slow or how fast a person is functioning

Question 5

Patience

Answer 5

the ability to deal with slowness, delay, or boredom without complaining or appearing rushed

Question 6

Reaction Time

Answer 6

the time it takes for a person to begin an answer or a movement after someone asks him/her a question or makes a request

Question 7

Basic Human Needs

Answer 7

elements necessary for survival and physical and mental well-being

Question 8

Defense Mechanisms

Answer 8

unconscious behaviors that residents (and all of the rest of us) may display when stressed.

Question 9

Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)

Answer 9

major legislation passed nationally to protect residents in nursing homes and assure they have quality of care and quality of life

Question 10

Psychological Effects of Aging

Answer 10

an exploration of feelings, emotional stress, physical, psychosocial and psychological adjustments that are part of the aging process