Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is the most important consideration when providing care to older adults with multiple chronic conditions?

A. Treating each condition independently B. Using a single medication for all conditions C. Coordinating care among healthcare providers D. Limiting social interactions to reduce stress

Question 2 of 5

A nursing home executive interviews registered nurses to fill a full-time position for direct patient care to maintain the standards of eldercare. Which nurse should the nursing home hire?

A. Nurse from a certified college B. Nurse with 15 years of experience C. Certified gerontological nurse D. Gerontological nurse practitioner

Question 3 of 5

The home health nurse is visiting a client for the first time. While assessing the client's medication, it is noted that there are 19 prescription and several over-the-counter medications that the client is taking. What intervention should the nurse take first?

A. Determine whether there are medication duplications B. Start educating the client on proper medication adherence C. Monitor the client�s blood pressure closely D. Ask the client to stop taking some medications

Question 4 of 5

What is the primary consideration when initiating care for older adults with palliative care needs?

A. Focusing primarily on managing pain with medications B. Identifying goals of care through open conversations with the patient and family C. Avoiding advanced medical treatments D. Prescribing hospice care immediately to relieve suffering

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following statements is true regarding life expectancy in the United States?

A. The average American newborn will live to be about 65 years of age. B. Life expectancy is most clearly related to gender. C. Life expectancy is related to gender, ethnicity and living environment. D. Life expectancy is primarily related to genetic factors.

geriatric nursing exam questions with rationale

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN