This quiz assesses competency in age-specific care, focusing on gerontological nursing practices. It covers patient communication, dietary advice, and documenting health data, essential for nursing professionals working with elderly patients.
facilitate involvement in a small group where the skill is being taught.
Gather information about the patient's family health history.
Use repeated, return demonstrations to promote the patient's retention of the involved tasks.
Provide frequent, competitive skills testing to enhance learning.
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Allowing the patient to choose foods from a varied menu.
serving soup in a mug, and offering finger foods.
Hand-feeding the patient's favorite foods.
Routinely reminding the patient about the need for adequate nutrition.
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The role of the older adult as the sole decision maker in planning his or her care.
that the health status data of older adults be documented in a retrievable form.
The unchanging nature of the goals and plans of care for older adult patients.
That abnormal responses to the aging process determine the appropriate nursing diagnoses.
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Renal Diet
Low-purine diet
Potassium-modified diet
High-calcium diet
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Legumes, organ meat, and dark green leafy vegetables
Nuts and seeds, fruits, and soy products
Vegetables, fish, and pasta
Grains, berries, and organic vegetables
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Canned soups, cold cut sandwiches, and Chinese take-out
Fresh fruits and vegetable, poultry, and beans
Steamed broccoli, broiled mackerel, and artificial sweeteners
Microwaved sweet potatoes, boiled cabbage, and artichokes
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Encourage the client to chew food thoroughly
Mix foods together on the dinner tray
Avoid cologne, air fresheners, or room deodorizers
Discourage the use of salt or seasonings with prepared food
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Visiting her husband’s grave once a month
Participating in a senior citizens program
Looking at old snapshots of her family
Neglecting her personal grooming
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Gardening every day for an hour
Cycling 3 times a week for 20 minutes
Sculpting once a week for 40 minutes
Walking 3 to 5 times a week for 30 minutes
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