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Question 1 of 5

An older adult who lives in an assisted living facility tells a nurse that she is engaged in life review. The nurse understands which of the following about life review?

A. Life review is only useful at the very end of an individual's life.

B. Life review and reminiscence are the same phenomenon.

C. Life review is a highly personal activity.

D. Life review can help an individual change course or set new goals.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Life review is a highly personal activity.

Question 2 of 5

Which factor is most closely associated with cognitive decline in older adults?

A. Genetic predisposition to neurodegenerative diseases

B. Limited physical activity and poor nutrition

C. Social engagement and mental stimulation

D. Early retirement and lack of work-related stress

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Limited physical activity and poor nutrition

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following best describes the concept of "cognitive reserve" in older adults?

A. It refers to the brain's ability to compensate for damage through enhanced neurogenesis.

B. It refers to the relationship between cognitive decline and physical health.

C. It is the brain's ability to maintain function despite age-related changes and pathology.

D. It is the process of developing new cognitive abilities later in life.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: It is the brain's ability to maintain function despite age-related changes and pathology.

Question 4 of 5

All of the following are characteristics associated with centenarians EXCEPT:

A. Exercise.

B. Smoking.

C. Weight control.

D. Delayed onset of disease.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Smoking.

Question 5 of 5

The microvascular changes that occur as a result of uncontrolled diabetes include all of the following except___:

A. Retinopathy

B. nephropathy

C. neuropathy

D. cerebral vascular disease

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: cerebral vascular disease

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