CHAPTER 1

1. Error theory is also called the: Error Catastrophe Theory

2. According to this theory, being active, trying to maintain a sense of being middle- aged, or willingly
withdrawing from society does not necessarily bring happiness: CONTINUITY THEORY
3. According to Erikson's Theory of Psychologic Development, an older adult who can look back with a sense of
satisfaction and acceptance of life and death has achieved what stage of the development theory? EGO
INTEGRITY
4. In Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory, this refers to an increasing restriction on one's life to
fewer domains of functioning because of an age- related loss. SELECTION
5. According to Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory, this results from restrictions caused by
aging, requiring older adults to compensate to any loses by developing suitable, alternative adaptations.
COMPENSATION

6. This theory reflects a belief that organs and tissues have preprogrammed amount of available energy and
deteriorate when the allotted energy is expended. WEAR AND TEAR THEORY
7. Rafael takes his 77- year old mother in a salon to get her hair and nails done every Saturday. What is this
type of Family Caregiving? CIRCUMSCRIBE CARE
8. Erika provides her 89- year old grandmother with thickened liquid to prevent her from aspiration. What
role does Erika fulfill? CAREGIVER ROLE
9. As a gerontological nurse, Nurse Troy wants to ask the manner of communication in the family of Mrs.
Villanueva, a 99- year old with dementia. What question should Nurse Troy ask? DO YOU USUALLY
SHARE CURRENT EVENTS WITH YOUR FAMILY?
10. It is predicted by the individual's physical condition.BIOLOGICAL AGE

CHAPTER 2
1. These devices can be used to augment or replace vocal communication to individuals with dysarthria.
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
2. Brocas area is at the: JUNCTION OF THE PARIETAL AND FRONTAL LOBES IN THE
DOMINANT HEMISPHERE
3. When having a conversation with a person in a wheelchair, the nurse should: PULL UP A CHAIR AND
POSITION HIM/ HERSELF AT EQUAL HEIGHT TO THE PERSON
4. Nurse Randell wants to start a conversation with Mrs. Ancheta, a long- term resident in the home care.
He wants to ask about personal questions, what should Nurse Randell ask? HOW DID YOU MEET
YOUR HUSBAND? TELL ME ABOUT YOUR COURTSHIP AND WEDDING.
5. In communicating with individuals with memory deficits, the nurse should: ACKNOWLEDGE HIS/
HER INABILITY TO UNDERSTAND AND HIS/ HER FRUSTRATION
6. The most important skill to help maximize understanding is to: LISTEN
7. The ideal position when communicating with a patient is how many feet apart? 3-6 FT
8. In communicating with individuals with hearing impairment, the nurse should: PROVIDE TIME FOR
THE PERSON TO SPEAK
9. When communicating with patients who visit often, the nurse should: LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF
INFORMATION PROVIDED AT EACH VISIT\
10. Mr. Juan, a 100- year old stroke survivor, told Nurse CJ, “Cup, me.” Nurse CJ asked if Mr. Juan would
like to have a cup of coffee or tea, and Mr. Juan repeated, “Cup, me.” Nurse CJ understands that Mr. Juan
has: BROCA'S APHASIA

CHAPTER 3
1. Mr. Vidad’s consultant ordered liquid diet with strict aspiration precaution (SAP). Nurse Jaylord went to
the patient’s room with the thickened liquid prepared by the dietician. He greeted Mr. Vidad upon his
arrival but he did not turn his head to face Nurse Jaylord. After feeding, Nurse Jaylord, with the
knowledge of Mr. Vidad’s condition, referred him to: SPEECH- LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST &
AUDIOLOGIST
 2. Care maps are used to anticipate and document the care provided within a predetermined trajectory and
to expect the day of discharge. TRUE
3. Mr. Vidad, a long- time home care resident who suffers from COPD, was caught keeping a piece of cigar
and lighter under his bedside cabinet. Nurse Justine told Mr. Vidad that smoking cigars exacerbates his
condition and explained that it may lead to various complications. What nursing role did Nurse Justine
observe? TEACHER
4. Although Mr. Vidad was diagnosed with dementia, he should still be included in the plan of care and
decision making. What nursing role should the nurse- in- charge apply? ADVOCATE
5. Mr. Vidad’s son called the geriatric facility to ask about a remedy on his father’s non- healing wound
because povidone iodine and chlorhexidine are not available in their home. Nurse Nico remembers the
benefits of honey as a good wound treatment because of its natural antibacterial and analgesia properties
and told Mr. Vidad’s son about it. What nursing role did Nurse Nico apply? RESEARCHER
6. The electronic health record is used to access records, administration of treatments and medications and
the identification of patients by anyone. FALSE
7. Family caregivers usually develop documentation systems of their own. TRUE
8. Documentation is a way of communication among the healthcare providers. TRUE
9. FDAR Documentation is used in all healthcare facility in the Philippines. FALSE
10. Mr. Vidad, a 102- year old post stroke patient, was diagnosed with dementia. The treatment and
considerations were explained to the patient’s family. Who is responsible for the diagnosis and over- all
treatment of Mr. Vidad? GERIATRICIAN

CHAPTER 4
1. All but one is true to Palliative Nursing Care. ELIGIBILITY FOR PALLIATIVE SERVICES IS
BASED ON A LIFE EXPECTANCY OF 6 MONTHS OR LESS, IF AN ILLNESS RUNS ITS
NORMAL COURSE
2. A 78- year-old brain-dead patient’s family arrived at the ED and must decide whether to continue or
withdraw medical treatments. The patient’s 21- year- old daughter asked the physician to, “Do everything
in your power.”, but her mother told the nurse that, “It’s time for us to let him go.” Who have the right to
make the decision? WIFE
3. An 89- year old vehicular accident patient went to the ED to have his lacerations sutured. Since the
resident doctor is not around, the nurse performed wound exploration and sutured the patient’s laceration.
The nurse may be guilty of: MALFEASANCE AND NONFEASANCE
4. Even though the nurse may obtain the client’s signature on a form, obtaining informed consent is the
responsibility of the: PHYSICIAN
5. A confused client who fell out of bed because side rails were not used is an example of which type of
liability? NEGLIGENCE
6. In most ethical dilemmas, the solution to the dilemma requires negotiation among members of the health
care team. The nurse’s point of view is valuable because: NURSES DEVELOP A RELATIONSHIP
TO THE CLIENT THAT IS UNIQUE AMONG ALL PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE
PROVIDERS
7. All of these are under the Five Wishes that discuss values and treatment goals of the elderly except: THE
NEED FOR SPIRITUAL STRENGTHENING
8. The nurse puts the client in the padded room without the client’s permission and without the physician’s
order. The nurse may be guilty of: FALSE IMPRISONMENT
9. It is considered as murder: INVOLUNTARY EUTHANASIA
10. A document that lists the medical treatment a person chooses to refuse if unable to make decisions is the?
ADVANCE DIRECTIVES

EVALUATION EXAM
1. The doctor uses sodium thiopental to conduct mercy killing to a stage IV colon cancer patient in the
hospice. The nurse is correct when she states that the medication is a/an: ANESTHETICS
2. The ideal position when communicating with a patient is how many feet apart? 3-6
3. All but one is true to Palliative Nursing Care. ELIGIBILITY FOR PALLIATIVE SERVICES IS
BASED ON A LIFE EXPECTANCY OF 6 MONTHS OR LESS, IF AN ILLNESS RUNS ITS
NORMAL COURSE
4. Each person develops within a certain set of circumstances or conditions defined by place and time. This
development is described as: CONTEXT DEPENDENT
5. The purpose of Patient Self- Determination Act of 1991 is to promote: PATIENT’S AUTONOMY
6. All of these are under the Five Wishes that discuss values and treatment goals of the elderly except: THE
NEED FOR SPIRITUAL STRENGTHENING
7. All but one is true about aging in the Philippines. FEMALES ARE PROJECTED TO EXPECT A
DECREASE OF 4.0 YEARS IN LIFE EXPECTANCY AND MALES AN INCREASE OF 4.7
YEARS IN LIFE EXPECTANCY BY 2030
8. The nurse puts the client in the padded room without the client’s permission and without the physician’s
order. The nurse may be guilty of: FALSE IMPRISONMENT
9. Children usually grow consistently in size and abilities, whereas in adulthood, the balance gradually
shifts. This development is described as: MULTIDIMENSIONAL
10. Nurse Nica knows that if the ventilator is detached from the patient and was subsequently extubated, it is
considered as: EUTHANASIA BY OMISSION
11. In most ethical dilemmas, the solution to the dilemma requires negotiation among members of the health
care team. The nurse’s point of view is valuable because: NURSES DEVELOP A RELATIONSHIP
TO THE CLIENT THAT IS UNIQUE AMONG ALL PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE
PROVIDERS
12. A certification in Gerontologic Nursing wherein the nurse can practice without the need to finish post-
graduate studies. GERONTOLOGIC NURSE
13. It is executed by a competent person indicating that if heartbeat and breathing cease, no attempts to
restore them should be made. DNR ORDER
14. A confused client who fell out of bed because side rails were not used is an example of which type of
liability? NEGLIGENCE
15. urse Patricia made sure that her 79- year old mother’s feeding tube is patent before administering the
osteorized food. What Family Role does Patricia fulfill? CAREGIVER ROLE
16. A certification in Gerontologic Nursing wherein the nurse should have a content in health promotion and
maintenance, and differential diagnosis and disease. GERONTOLOGIC PRIMARY NURSE
PRACTITIONER
17. It is a theory wherein a high degree of interdependence exists between older adults and society. AGE
STRATIFICATION THEORY
18. The subset of elderly that belongs to the category of old- old. 85-99 YR OLD
19. Broca’s area is at the: JUNCTION OF THE PARIETAL AND FRONTAL LOBES IN THE
DOMINANT HEMISPHERE
20. Programmed Theory is also called: HAYFLICK LIMIT THEORY
21. According to RA 9994, senior citizens are entitled to discount on basic necessities except: EGGS
INLCUDING QUAIL EGGS
22. Gerald accompanies his 87- year old grandmother to the stroke rehabilitation center every Monday. What
is this type of Family Caregiving? CIRCUMSCRIBE CARE
23. According to Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory, this reflects the view that people
engage in behaviors to enrich their lives. OPTIMIZATION
24. In communicating with individuals with memory deficits, the nurse should: ACKNOWLEDGE HIS/
HER INABILITY TO UNDERSTAND AND HIS/ HER FRUSTRATION
25. When having a conversation with a person in a wheelchair, the nurse should: PULL UP A CHAIR AND
POSITION HIM/ HERSELF AT EQUAL HEIGHT TO THE PERSON
26. Nurse Randell wants to start a conversation with Mrs. Ancheta, a long- term resident in the home care.
He wants to ask about personal questions, what should Nurse Randell ask? HOW DID YOU MEET
YOUR HUSBAND? TELL ME ABOUT YOUR COURTSHIP AND WEDDING.
27. When identifying the family members of the patient, the nurse must look for individuals who fulfill
family functions. All are examples of family functions that address the special needs of the elderly except
one: MANAGING FINANCIAL ASPECT OF CARE
28. When communicating with patients who visit often, the nurse should: LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF
INFORMATION PROVIDED AT EACH VISIT
29. Any senior citizen who abuses the privileges stated in RA 9994 shall be punished with: A FINE OF
NOT LESS THAN 50, 000 BUT NOT MORE THAN 100, 000 AND IMPRISONMENT OF NOT
LESS THAN 6 MONTHS
 30. According to Erikson's Theory of Psychologic Development, an adult who is concerned with establishing
and guiding the next generation, and looks beyond the self and express concern for the future of the
world in general has achieved what stage of the development theory? GENERATIVITY
31. The nurse who balances concerns of the patient, family and interdisciplinary team observes what role?
MANAGER
32. It is one of the psychologic theories wherein individuals are viewed as active participants in life, striving
for self- actualization. MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF HUMAN NEEDS
33. In communicating with individuals with hearing impairment, the nurse should: PROVIDE TIME FOR
THE PERSON TO SPEAK
34. This theory explains aging as events that occur randomly and accumulate over time. STOCHASTIC
THEORY
35. This Theory showed that functional changes do occur within cells and are responsible for the aging
of the cells and the organism. PROGRAMMED THEORY
36. This is a type of aging that is predicted by the person’s physical condition and how well vital organ
systems are functioning. BIOLOGICAL AGE
37. An 89- year old vehicular accident patient went to the ED to have his lacerations sutured. Since the
resident doctor is not around, the nurse performed wound exploration and sutured the patient’s laceration.
The nurse may be guilty of: MALFEASANCE AND NONFEASANCE
38. These devices can be used to augment or replace vocal communication to individuals with dysarthria.
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
39. The most important skill to help maximize understanding is to: LISTEN
40. Nurse Kyla wants to start a conversation with Mrs. Lucas, a long- term resident in the home care. He
wants to ask about personal questions, what should Nurse Kyla ask? I CAN SEE YOU HAVE
GRANDCHILDREN. TELL ME ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THEM.

FIRST TERM EXAM

1. 5 minutes upon admission, Patient Arianne, a 65- year old cervical cancer survivor, was scheduled to
undergo emergency Total Abdominal Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingectomy and Oophorectomy
because her condition recurred and has metastasized to her internal reproductive organs. Nurse Jade made
sure that the patient signed an informed consent for the surgical procedure. Even though Nurse Jade may
obtain the patient’s signature on a form, obtaining informed consent is the responsibility of the:
SURGEON
2. A 1961 study found that unlimited cell division do not occur, and the immortality of individual cells was
found to be more an abnormal occurrence than a normal one. This study supports what biologic theory in
aging? HAYFLICK LIMIT THEORY
3. A 68- year old aphasic patient arrived in the ED for check- up. The ER nurses were unable to understand
the patient. As a nurse who is knowledgeable on communicating with individuals with aphasia, you will:
ASK THE PATIENT TO WRITE THE WORD
4. A 96-year-old recently widowed patient with low income is preparing to move into the house of her son
and daughter-in-law and their children in order to share expenses, and she is concerned about the
transition and a lack of independence. The best advice of the nurse is for the patient to: HAVE A
DISCUSSION WITH THE FAMILY
5. After 15 years of continuous training and practice, Mr. Latrell was already considered as a taekwondo
master in his mid- 30s. After 20 years, he was replaced with a 28- year old taekwondo player since he
was unable to learn new skills. This principle of development is described as: PLASTIC RATHER
THAN RIGID
6. A long-term care facility sponsors a discussion group on the administration of medications. The
participants have a number of questions concerning their medications. The nurse responds most
appropriately by saying: FEEL FREE TO ASK YOUR PHYSICIAN WHY YOU ARE RECEIVING
THE MEDICATIONS THAT ARE PRESCRIBED FOR YOU
7. Although Mr. Nico was diagnosed with dementia, he should still be included in the plan of care and
decision making. What nursing role should the nurse- in- charge apply? ADVOCATE
8. An 87- year-old brain-dead patient’s family arrived at the ED and must decide whether to continue or
withdraw medical treatments. The patient’s 21- year- old daughter, his health proxy, asked the physician
 to, “Do everything in your power.”, but the patient’s wife told the nurse that, “It’s time for us to let him
go.” Who have the right to make the decision? DAUGHTER
9. An 88- year old resident complains of “being too cold” and your nurse trainee prepared a hot compress
and placed it on the client’s feet. After a while, the patient complained of pain on her right foot and you
found out that she has 2nd degree burn. You know that in most ethical dilemmas, the solution to the
dilemma requires negotiation among members of the health care team. The nurse’s point of view is
valuable because: NURSES DEVELOP A RELATIONSHIP TO THE CLIENT THAT IS
UNIQUE AMONG ALL PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS
10. A newly admitted 86- year old post- CVA patient arrived in the community hospice care center. He
suffers from aphasia and upper extremity motor impairment, and the nurses in the ward were unable
to communicate with the patient properly. As a nurse manager, you should educate your nursing staff
on how to communicate with an aphasic patient. If the nurse does not understand the patient, he/ she
should: ASK THE PATIENT TO DESCRIBE THE WORD
11. As a student nurse in a geriatric ward, you know that patients in hospice care should be able to
discuss their values and treatment goals as long as they are capable. As Mr. Garcia was talking to
you about his values and treatment goals, you should write these under the Five Wishes except: I
WISH TO GO TO THE CHAPEL AND ATTEND MASS EVERY SUNDAY.
12. Despite the normality and naturalness of aging, many people approach aging as though it were a
pathologic experience. Ageism can be associated with: OLDER ADULTS BECOMING
USELESS, SICK AND FRAIL
13. Development task theory is based on these assumptions except: IT IS BETTER TO DEVELOP
NEW ABILITIES THAN GIVING UP PREVIOUS CAPABILITIES
14. Documentation in the acute rehabilitation care setting for the elderly has undergone significant
change in recent years especially with the mandates for upgrading to EHR. The advancements are the
following except: THE USE OF CHECKLISTS, FLOWSHEET, AND STANDARDIZED
TOOLS HAS CONCLUDED
15. During assessment, Nurse Vanessa wants to explore the attitudes, values and beliefs of her 98- year
old patient’s family. What should Nurse Vanessa ask the patient’s son? DO YOU FEEL THAT
YOUR MOTHER OWES YOU NOTHING OR DO YOU THINK THAT YOU SHOULD
TAKE CARE OF HER?
16. During interview, your 78- year old home care patient becomes upset and agitated. What is your best
response to this behavior? USE DISTRACTION TO CHANGE THE TOPIC
17. During the stay of patient Angelica in the home care, she develops dysarthria secondary to Guillain-
Barre syndrome. Your senior nurse tasked you to interview the patient for further assessment. Even
though you are a new nurse in the area, you are confident that you will have a meaningful interaction
with the patient because you know that to be able to enhance understanding, you should: OBSERVE
SPEAKING FOR FACIAL CUES AND GESTURES
18. Healthcare institutions should inform individuals about their right to participate in decisions about
their healthcare and the right to make advanced directives. The origin of the advanced directives is
the Patient Self- Determination Act of 1991. The purpose of this law is to promote: PATIENT’S
AUTONOMY
19. In a geriatric facility, 2 positions were open for new gerontologic nurses. Nurse Camille told the
Director of Nursing Services that she is a doctorate degree holder. What position is certified for
Nurse Camille? GERONTOLOGIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER
20. Instead of paying for a PDN, Nurse Erika cares for her mother, who was connected to a mechanical
ventilator in their home, during her days off. She made sure that her 79- year old mother’s
endotracheal tube is free from lung secretions by suctioning PRN. What Family Role does she
fulfill? CAREGIVER ROLE
21. Liane left work to care for her 67- year old grandmother. She conceptualized a ‘hygiene time’ for her
grandmother at 10:00- 10:30am and 6:00- 6:30pm. Within this time, she helps her grandmother take
a bath, brush her teeth and comb her hair. Liane also made sure that she eats her meals at least 3
times a day. What is this type of Family Caregiving? ROUTINE CARE
22. Most of the care that is provided in the home is by informal caregiver’s family members. To track
appointment, medication administration, and health care provider instruction, they often: DEVELOP
DOCUMENTATION SYSTEMS OF THEIR OWN
23. Mr. Anthony suffers from uncorrected refractive errors. He experienced blurring of vision 2 years
ago and now he can only see outlines. What should the nurse do when entering the patient’s room?
GENTLY CALL OUT TO THE INDIVIDUAL
24. Mr. Gerald, a 65- year old home care resident for 2 years, was discharged per family’s request for
meaningful interaction at home. After several days, Mr. Gerald’s daughter called the home care and
told Nurse CJ that his father won’t go anywhere and only stayed in his room for days. This theory
views this as a typical change in older adulthood. DISENGAGEMENT THEORY
25. Mr. Javier’s son called the geriatric facility to ask about a non- pharmaceutical remedy on his
father’s persistent high- grade fever because he was worried that it may result to febrile seizures.
Nurse Trisha remembers that, aside from TSB, cold sponges or cloths placed on the axilla and
inguinal area for 30 seconds every minute will help in lessening high- grade fever. Nurse Trisha told
Mr. Javier’s son about it. What nursing role did Nurse Trisha apply? RESEARCHER AND
TEACHER
26. Mr. Juan, a 79-year old resident, purchased 1kg of LPG contents and 1 liter of kerosene in one month
using his 5% senior citizen discount. Upon inspection of DTI regional head, Mr. Juan can purchase
11kgs of LPG in 5 months and 2 liters of kerosene per month with 5% senior citizen discount. Under
RA 9994, Mr. Juan should be punished with: THE SENIOR CITIZEN WILL NOT BE FINED
AND IMPRISONED
27. Mr. Kenneth was diagnosed with age- related macular degeneration. He is unable to read a book or
see numbers from the clock that was 2 feet away from him. After assessment, the nurse realized that
the patient can only see shapes and outlines. What should the nurse do after approaching the patient?
POSITION YOURSELF ACROSS FROM THE PERSON SO THEY CAN SEE YOUR FACE
28. Mr. Rafael is newly admitted in a long- term care facility. After a week of stay, he complained that
Mr. Kim, one of the patients in the ward, has been asking him to provide him with sexual
gratification. Nurse Ara told Mr. Rafael that making such stories can lead to serious legal action from
Mr. Kim because he came from a family of politicians. Nurse Ara did not provide what right of home
care residents? THE RIGHT TO BE FREE FROM ALL FORMS OF ABUSE
29. Mrs. Angela, a 65- year old businesswoman who was admitted in hospice care last month because of
Stage IV metastatic lung cancer, was very preoccupied with her business’ stocks and checks her
phone every 10 minutes. She expects that she will be able to buy herself a new car and a house
before the end of the year. Her children asked her if she wants to spend time with them, but she
refuses. According to Erikson's Theory of Psychologic Development, Mrs. Angela have reached
what stage of the development theory? SELF ABSOPRTION
30. Mrs. Antonia Valdez is an 83- year old woman who suffered a right- sided stroke with mild
hemiparesis and dysphagia. During hospitalization, her motor deficits were improving but the
dysphagia persisted. A swallow evaluation indicated that she was able to tolerate a chopped or
pureed diet with nectar- thick liquids, but she experienced asymptomatic aspiration with thin liquids.
The speech therapist recommended thickening all liquids, and you enter this order on the chart. Mrs.
Valdez, however, refuses thickened liquids, insisting that she would rather take her chances with thin
liquids. The nurses and the dietician tell you they do not want to provide her with thin liquids; they
believe that by doing so, they will be contributing to the risk they were trying to ameliorate. What
ethical principles are in conflict in this case? AUTONOMY, BENEFICENCE AND
NONMALEFICENCE
31. Mrs. Rodriguez, a 100- year old stroke survivor, told Nurse JC, “Cup, me.” Nurse JC asked if Mrs.
Rodriguez would like to have a cup of coffee or tea, and Mrs. Rodriguez repeated, “Cup, me.” Nurse
JC understands that Mrs. Rodriguez has: BROCA’S APHASIA
32. Mrs. Villanueva stayed in the hospital ICU for 8 months and 4 months in the ward. Her family is
unable to pay the hospital bill. The nurse should refer the patient to the: SOCIAL WORKER
33. Mr. Vidad, a long- time home care resident who suffers from COPD, was caught keeping a piece of
cigar and lighter under his bedside cabinet. Nurse Justine told Mr. Vidad that smoking cigars
exacerbates his condition and explained that it may lead to various complications. What nursing role
did Nurse Justine observe? TEACHER
34. Nurse CJ knows that when interviewing older adults, it is important to explore all persons who are
‘significant others’ to an individual and fulfill a family role. Nurse CJ asks the following except: DO
YOUR NEIGHBOR TALKS TO YOU REGULARLY?
 35. Nurse Hannah cares for a 100- year old patient with Meniere’s disease. Nurse Hannah knows that to
get the attention of the patient, she should: TOUCH THE PERSON GENTLY, WAVE, OR USE
ANOTHER PHYSICAL SIGN
36. Nurse Ivan, a family caregiver to his grandfather, was recently accepted in a government hospital.
Although not as hands- on as before, he finds time to care for her grandfather in their home. What is
this type of Family Caregiving? SPORADIC CARE
37. Nurse Jayne accompanied her 59- year old grandmother, Mrs. Dumale, to the supermarket. While
they were on the counter, Nurse Jayne remembers that according to RA 9994, her grandmother is
entitled to: NO DISCOUNT AT ALL
38. Nurse Justine is the primary nurse of Mr. Nico, a 69- year old dementia patient. Since Mr. Nico was
admitted, she observed that he has been active during their exercise time and occupational activities.
One of his fellow home care residents asked him how he is able to focus and do all these things.
Nurse Justine heard Mr. Nico replied, “It enriches my life in the home care.” According to Selective
Optimization with Compensation Theory, what view does Mr. Nico reflect? OPTIMIZATION
39. Nurse Kimberly cares for an 88- year old dementia patient. To enhance conversation and promote
recall with older adults with cognitive deficits, the nurse should: POST A FEW PICTURES IN
THE PATIENT’S ROOM
40. Nurse Kyla wants to start a conversation with Mrs. Lucas, a long- term resident in the home care.
She wants to ask about personal questions, what should Nurse Kyla ask? I CAN SEE YOU HAVE
GRANDCHILDREN. TELL ME ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THEM
41. Patient Ana was diagnosed with presbycusis. Nurse Mae knows that for patient Ana to comprehend
her words, the nurse should: CHECK TO SEE WHETHER HE OR SHE IS WEARING HER
HEARING AID AND THAT IT IS TURNED ON
42. Patient Angelica, an 88- year old lung cancer patient, arrived at the ED after complaining of chest
pain, SOB, cough and loss of appetite. She was subsequently admitted at the Infectious Ward and
was ordered COVID swab test. After 2 days, Nurse Arianne told the doctor that the patient was
negative. Upon discharge, Nurse Arianne was shocked that Patient Angelica was diagnosed with
COVID positive and confronted the doctor about this. The doctor informed Nurse Arianne that she
will receive 20, 000 pesos if she keeps the information from the patient’s family. Nurse Arianne
agreed. This act can result in what legal liability? FRAUD
43. The biological theory of aging proposes the idea of errors that may occur in the transcription in any
step of the protein synthesis of DNA and that proteins in the body become enmeshed. It explains that
aging as events that occur randomly and accumulate over time. STOCHASTIC
44. The number of medications taken by an older adult patient which can be considered as
polypharmacy. 5 OR MORE DAILY
45. The nurse works with elderly clients in a wellness screening clinic on a weekly basis. Which of the
following statements made by the nurse is the most therapeutic regarding their mobility?
CONTINUE TO EXERCISE YOUR JOINTS REGULARLY TO YOUR TOLERANCE
LEVEL
46. This is a type of long-term care facility that provides home health aide that offers nonmedical care to
enable older adults with chronic illnesses to remain at home. PERSONAL CARE FACILITY
47. Which information obtained by the home health nurse when making a visit to an 88-year-old with
mild forgetfulness is of the most concern? THE PATIENT HAS LOST 10 POUNDS DURING THE
LAST MONTH

CHAPTER 5
1. Elderly clients living alone should check water temperature by dipping one of their elbows in the water.
FALSE
2. For patients with periodontal disease, chewing gum can help in difficulty in digestion. FALSE
3. If an elderly cannot hear alarms, it is advisable to install blinking lights. TRUE
4. Doing household chores is important in elderly exercise and is included in client’s ADLs. FALSE
5. Dental check- up, floss and cleaning are advisable to be done twice a year or every 6 months. FALSE
6. Geriatric Depression Scale SECONDARY
7. PSA SECONDARY
8. Wearing seatbelts PRIMARY
9. Home environmental improvements PRIMARY
10. Post- CVA therapy TERTIARY
CHAPTER 6