week 6 and 7 Flashcards
Which of the following is the smallest living unit of the body?
a) Tissue
b) Cell
c) Organ
d) Organism
b) Cell
Epithelial tissue is responsible for:
a) Connecting and supporting the structure of the body
b) Sending and receiving messages between the body and brain
c) Lining the inside and outside of the body
d) Making body parts move by contracting and relaxing
c) Lining the inside and outside of the body
Which of the following is a function of the integumentary system?
a) Produces red blood cells
b) Regulates body temperature
c) Aids in digestion
d) Pumps blood to the lungs
b) Regulates body temperature
Aging effects on the integumentary system include:
a) Increased elasticity
b) Increased sweat and oil gland production
c) Thinning of the skin
d) Increased temperature regulation
c) Thinning of the skin
The skeletal structure that includes the skull, spine, and rib cage is known as the:
a) Axial skeleton
b) Appendicular skeleton
c) Muscular skeleton
d) Central skeleton
a) Axial skeleton
Which of the following is a function of the muscular system?
a) Protects body from injury
b) Controls body elimination
c) Bears weight of the body
d) Produces red blood cells
b) Controls body elimination
Effects of aging on the musculoskeletal system include:
a) Increased bone mass
b) Decreased bone marrow
c) Faster muscle contraction
d) Increased muscle mass
b) Decreased bone marrow
The respiratory system includes which of the following structures?
a) Heart and blood vessels
b) Brain and spinal cord
c) Nose, nares, and sinuses
d) Stomach and intestines
c) Nose, nares, and sinuses
Which of the following is an effect of aging on the respiratory system?
a) Decreased muscle weakness of the diaphragm
b) Increased air exchange in the lungs
c) Decreased ability of lungs to expand and contract
d) Decreased risk of lung infections
c) Decreased ability of lungs to expand and contract
Which of the following structures is part of the cardiovascular system?
a) Kidneys
b) Lungs
c) Heart
d) Brain
c) Heart
Effects of aging on the cardiovascular system include:
a) Increased elasticity of heart and blood vessels
b) Decreased efficiency of valves in heart and vessels
c) Increased number of red and white blood cells
d) Increased circulation
b) Decreased efficiency of valves in heart and vessels
The central nervous system consists of:
a) Brain and spinal cord
b) Heart and lungs
c) Stomach and intestines
d) Kidneys and bladder
a) Brain and spinal cord
Which of the following is an effect of aging on the nervous system?
a) Increased number of neurons
b) Increased speed of the nervous system
c) Myelin sheath begins to waste away
d) Faster response and reaction time
c) Myelin sheath begins to waste away
The sensory organs include:
a) Kidneys and bladder
b) Stomach and intestines
c) Eyes, ears, tongue, skin, and nose
d) Heart and lungs
c) Eyes, ears, tongue, skin, and nose
Which gland is part of the endocrine system?
a) Kidneys
b) Thyroid
c) Lungs
d) Heart
Thyroid
Which of the following is a function of the endocrine system?
a) Each gland secretes a specific hormone
b) Digestion and absorption of nutrients
c) Removal of waste from the blood
d) Production of offspring
a) Each gland secretes a specific hormone
Which of the following is an effect of aging on the endocrine system?
a) Increased hormone levels
b) Slower metabolism
c) Increased risk of infection
d) Both b and c
d) Both b and c
The digestive system includes which of the following structures?
a) Heart and blood vessels
b) Kidneys and bladder
c) Mouth, stomach, intestines
d) Brain and spinal cord
c) Mouth, stomach, intestines
Which of the following is a function of the digestive system?
a) Regulates body temperature
b) Protects body against germs
c) Digestion, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of waste products
d) Produces red blood cells
c) Digestion, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of waste products
Effects of aging on the digestive system include:
a) Increased peristalsis
b) Decreased digestion time
c) Increased liver function
d) Increased absorption of nutrients
b) Decreased digestion time
The urinary system includes which of the following structures?
a) Heart and blood vessels
b) Lungs and trachea
c) Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra
d) Brain and spinal cord
c) Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra
Which of the following is a function of the urinary system?
a) Pumps blood to the lungs
b) Regulates body temperature
c) Removes waste from blood
d) Produces red blood cells
c) Removes waste from blood
Effects of aging on the urinary system include:
a) Increased effectiveness in removing waste
b) Increased elasticity of the bladder
c) Increased control of the urethral sphincter
d) Decreased bladder elasticity and responsiveness
d) Decreased bladder elasticity and responsiveness
Which of the following structures is part of the male reproductive system?
a) Ovaries
b) Uterus
c) Testes
d) Fallopian tubes
c) Testes
Which of the following is a function of the reproductive system?
a) Regulation of blood pressure
b) Digestion of nutrients
c) Production of offspring
d) Protection against germs
c) Production of offspring
Effects of aging on the reproductive system include:
a) Increase in hormone levels
b) Decreased sex drive
c) Decrease in hormone levels
d) Both b and c
d) Both b and c
Which level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs addresses safety?
a) Physiological needs
b) Love and belonging
c) Esteem
d) Safety
d) Safety
Which of the following is a basic physiological need according to Maslow’s hierarchy?
a) Respect and admiration
b) Friendship and intimacy
c) Food and water
d) Social, creative, emotional, and spiritual potential
c) Food and water
Which of the following describes self-actualization in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
a) Respect and admiration for self and others
b) Establishing good relationships
c) Achieving one’s full potential
d) Meeting basic human needs
c) Achieving one’s full potential
Which stage of Erikson’s development focuses on trust?
a) Toddler
b) Preschooler
c) Infancy
d) Adolescence
c) Infancy
Which of the following changes in the integumentary system is commonly seen in elderly residents?
a) Increased oil gland production
b) Thickening of the skin
c) Loss of elasticity
d) Increased number of melanocytes
c) Loss of elasticity
What is the function of the respiratory system that CNAs should monitor closely in residents?
a) Circulating blood throughout the body
b) Exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs
c) Producing red blood cells
d) Sending and receiving messages between the body and brain
b) Exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs
Aging can affect the cardiovascular system by:
a) Increasing the elasticity of blood vessels
b) Increasing the number of red and white blood cells
c) Decreasing the efficiency of heart valves
d) Increasing heart muscle mass
c) Decreasing the efficiency of heart valves
When providing care for a resident with decreased muscle mass due to aging, the CNA should:
a) Encourage the resident to engage in weight-bearing exercises
b) Provide a high-calorie diet to increase muscle mass
c) Avoid any physical activity to prevent injury
d) Only perform passive range of motion exercises
a) Encourage the resident to engage in weight-bearing exercises
A resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may show which of the following symptoms?
a) Persistent cough and frothy phlegm
b) Increased appetite and weight gain
c) Rapid healing of wounds
d) High blood pressure
a) Persistent cough and frothy phlegm
Which of the following is a common effect of aging on the nervous system?
a) Increased number of neurons
b) Faster response and reaction time
c) Myelin sheath begins to waste away
d) Increased speed of the nervous system
c) Myelin sheath begins to waste away
A resident diagnosed with diabetes mellitus needs to have their blood sugar levels monitored. Symptoms of hyperglycemia include:
a) Cool, clammy skin and shakiness
b) Increased thirst and fruity breath
c) Decreased urination and weight gain
d) Increased energy and rapid heartbeat
b) Increased thirst and fruity breath
In Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the level that addresses safety includes:
a) Food and water
b) Respect and admiration
c) Establishing good relationships
d) Security of body, health, and resources
d) Security of body, health, and resources
When assisting a resident with osteoporosis, the CNA should:
a) Encourage high-impact exercises
b) Provide support during transfers to prevent falls
c) Avoid all physical activities
d) Restrict calcium intake
b) Provide support during transfers to prevent falls
Which of the following symptoms might indicate that a resident has a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
a) Clear urine with no odor
b) Cloudy urine with a strong odor
c) Increased energy and appetite
d) Lowered body temperature
b) Cloudy urine with a strong odor
Which of the following statements best describes holistic care for residents?
a) Focusing only on the physical health of the resident
b) Providing care that meets physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs
c) Administering medications as prescribed
d) Ensuring residents participate in all facility activities
b) Providing care that meets physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs