Older Adult Exam 1 Review

The sympathetic nervous system affects BP by causing

Elevated cholesterol is a risk factor for

Which is the more significant cardiovascular risk factor for people over age 50?

Ulcerations of the ankle are primarily

Itching, dull pain is present in

Which benign skin lesion is commonly referred to as "Age Spots?"

Generic Angiotensin II Receptors Blockers (ARBs) commonly end in

Pallor upon elevation is a sign of

When admitting an older adult patient to the hospital, the nurse should first plan to:

Venous ulcers are typically

The treatment of choice for older adults with hypertension is

What percentage of bone mass is lost by age 80 in women?

All of the following contribute to diminishing lung expansion EXCEPT

Weeping dermatitis is a symptom of

Which is NOT a characteristic of BPH?

The Patient Self-Determination Act is a

Arterial stenosis caused by the formation of plaques of lipid material is

Which is the best description of the older adult population?

Affects women more than men

R-A-A-S is associated with

The goal of the Patient Self-Determination Act is to require Advanced Directives from patients at time of admission

Which of the following is NOT an authority of a healthcare surrogate?

Paresthesia is a sign of

Shiny, hairless skin is a sign of

The Older Adult population in America is

The majority of PAD cases are found in patients that are

Patient-related barriers to completing Advanced Directives may include all of the following Except:

Healthcare Advanced Directive requirements are determined at a state level

Five Wishes is a holistic form of Advanced Directives that is accepted in most states

Surgical removal of arterial plaque is a procedure called:

Being bedridden begins to affect the musculoskeletal system within 48 hours

Select the correct equation to calculate MAP

Secondary hypertension is less common than primary hypertension and does not have a known cause

Claudication is a symptom of

Which of the following is a sensory alteration associated with aging

Known causes of hypertension include all of the following EXCEPT

Incontinence is a normal sign of aging

The ideal environment for assessing an older adult is cool, dark, and quiet to promote comfort

A nurse understands that a common risk for most patients with CVI is

What is the most reliable test of hydration for older adults?

Prolonged hypertensive crisis can lead to acute renal failure

Cyanosis is a clinical manifestation of

The febrile response is more common in older adults