The older client informs the nurse that they are concerned because the primary health care provider referred them for a driving evaluation due to vision acuity issues and slower reaction time. Which response by the nurse is best?

The nurse is explaining to a new colleague the similarities and differences between gerontology and geriatrics. Which situation would be addressed by a geriatrician rather than a gerontologist?

The client who fell and fractured an ankle while living alone in their rural residence, was placed in a long-term care facility for physical therapy. After the physical therapy was finished, the client told the nurse, “I want to stay at the facility; I am happy living there and I like the social interaction.” What response by the nurse is best?

The nurse is educating an older adult client about safe driving related to age-related changes. Which statement made by the client indicates that the education provided was effective?

The nurse is performing an assessment of instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) on the older adult who is living independently in her their home.  Which findings are associated with this type of assessment? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching an older adult about ways to prevent injuries or diseases through health promotion.  Which of the following should the nurse teach to the older adult? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about caregiving and would understand that teaching has been effective when the student nurses state which of the following? Select all that apply.

Case Study 2 The nurse is planning a function-focused care plan for Mr. Jones, who is 78, alert and oriented, and does not demonstrate any problems at this time.   He is taking 6 medications and has a history of Hypertension , Diabetes mellitus, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD), and continues to smoke.  Mr. Jones states that he does not move around that much because “I don’t feel like it. I just feel tired and “down” all the time.” He has no history of falls or pressure injuries. A week later, the nurse performs an Activity of Daily Living (ADL) assessment and notes the following    findings:                Transfers independently but has an unsteady gait                Dressing takes longer than it did a week ago                Independently capable of using the bathroom but is unsteady walking                He has refused a bath this week. The client’s mood has not improved and he looks away as the nurse performs the assessment.  He says he does not really have an appetite and wants to go back to sleep. Based upon this newer assessment information, which priorities should the nurse place on the plan of care? Select all that apply.

The nurse is planning health promotion activities for older adults in a senior community center. Which of the following would be least likely to provide health benefits for older adults?

The nurse is discharging the older client from the hospital after abdominal surgery. Which of the following interventions would enhance the client’s understanding of the discharge plan?