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The Nurse Aide and the Older Adult

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Healthy People 2020
CDC on Aging

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The NA and the Older Adult Quiz

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Name *

First

Last

Email *

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) *

Employer *

1. The older adult is age 50 and over. *

True False

2. The cardiovascular system undergoes which changes? *

Heart becomes more efficient Veins harden and narrow Blood cells are greater in number Clot formation is less likely

3. To decrease risk of pressure ulcers the nurse aide can do all of the following EXCEPT: *

Provide adequate nutrition and fluids Give good skin care Decrease water intake Turn and reposition the patient

4. Psychosocial issues that affect the older adult include all of the following EXCEPT: *

Physical changes/Disability Increased number of friends Changes in living environment Isolation

5. Some safety issues that affect the older adult include falls, burns, and motor vehicle accidents. *

True False

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