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Question 1 of 5

Mandatory retirement at age 65 years is consistent with which theory of aging?

A. Role theory

B. Disengagement theory

C. Age-stratification theory

D. Social exchange theory

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Disengagement theory

Question 2 of 5

An older adult reports increasing loss of balance. Which teaching should the nurse implement?

A. Exercise with light weights.

B. Stand on one foot at a time while supported.

C. Train with the use of sit-ups.

D. Work out in a swimming pool.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Stand on one foot at a time while supported.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is admitting a patient to a long-term care facility. During the admission, the patient verbalizes a concern about getting dementia now that he is in a nursing home. In which activities should the nurse encourage the patient to participate to maintain brain health?

A. Physical exercise

B. Stimulating mental activity

C. Socialization

D. Crossword puzzles

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Physical exercise

Question 4 of 5

All of the following nursing actions except____________ will help maintain safety for the elderly.

A. Modify environment to reduce obstacles and barriers to ambulation

B. Provide for consistent, regular checks of clients' ambulation abilities

C. Orient to new surroundings and repeat frequently as needed

D. Promote independence without assistance to all clients

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Promote independence without assistance to all clients

Question 5 of 5

A home care nurse discusses turning a patient every 2 hours, but the patient's daughter removes the turning clock. The best response by the nurse is:

A. "You must follow my guidelines and turn her every 2 hours, or I will not be able to take care of her."

B. "I understand that you value your culture, but culture cannot stop you from providing good care to your mother."

C. "I understand that you care very much for your mother. Perhaps caring for her is too much for you."

D. "How can we best work together to provide the best care for your mother?"

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "How can we best work together to provide the best care for your mother?"

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