Physical Health & Functionality
Psychological factors
Education/ Awareness
Nutritional Considerations
Environmental Safety
100

Permanent tightening of muscles, tendons, ligaments, or skin that limits movement of body part

What is a contracture?

100

Symptoms include sudden onset of confusion and forgetfulness. Can lead to increased risk for falls.

What is delirium?

100

What terminology should be avoided when assisting an elderly patient with passive range of motion?

What is Medical terminology?

100

Dietary change most beneficial for an older adult who is experiencing constipation?

What is fiber?

100

What is one way to reduce the risk of falls in the home?

What is remove clutter, ensure good lighting, place personal items within reach, and add non-slip devices around the home.

200

The purpose of Leg exercises, compression devices, OOB when possible

What is DVT prevention?

200

Can affect memory and daily functioning, may lead older adults to seek support from caregivers. Can increase the risk for falls.

What is dementia?

200

What is an elderly person at risk for related to problems seeing/walking?

What is falls?

200

Nutrient important for older adults to help maintain bone health?

What is Calcium?

200

What devices help with elder mobility?

What is canes, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walkers, crutches, and stairlifts.

300

An intervention that can help older adults regain mobility after surgery and prevent complication like deep vein thrombosis.

What is early mobilization?

300

This condition, which may be prevalent among older adults due to life transitions and characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.


What is depression?

300

What age related change in vision is associated with Diabetic retinopathy?

What is blurred vision?

300

True or False? Cultural beliefs and practices can influence food choices and dietary restrictions in older adults.

True

300

What can elders use to avoid stairs in public?

What is ramps, elevators, and stairlifts.

400

Nutrient required for wound healing and prevention of muscle loss

What is protein?

400

While ambulating a client, the nurse says "Why can't you just walk!? Are you really that old?" What concept does this show?

What is ageism?

400

What is cultural competency in geriatric care?

What is inclusion of diverse cultural perspectives when addressing the needs of older adults.

400

Type of diet appropriate for someone who tends to have difficulty completing active ROM due to muscle atrophy?

What is a high protein diet?

400

What percentage of falls are caused by environmental safety issues?

What is 1/3 to 1/2.

500

This nursing implication involves teaching older adults about environmental modification they can make to their home making it safer

What is home safety education?

500

Engaging in this is known to relieve stress and improve  overall health

What is physical activity?

500

Involves educating older adults about common age-related mobility issues and cultural practices that can influence their wellness.

What is health literacy?

500

Essential for skin health, is often lacking in older adults.

What is vitamin D?

500

What is environmental safety in healthcare?

What is protect individuals from risks and hazards related to surroundings.

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