NR 601 Midterm Exam Study Guide

Weeks 1-4 content

Week Topics

1 Developmental changes

o Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes

o Physiological the major impact that occurs with physiological changes are –

all of the above

the strongest evidence regarding normal physiological ageing is availiable through longitudinal studies

5-5 Beginning at about age 55, most people can expect which of the following changes? A. A 1- to 2-in.

decline in height B. Stable body weight C. Sharper vision and hearing D. Increased strength

5-31 Which of these musculoskeletal changes accompany older adulthood? A. Change in stature B.

Increased stride length

5-35 Which one of the following is a normal physiological change of aging? A. A decrease in strength and

speed of muscle contraction in the extremities B. Degenerative arthritis C. Rheumatoid arthritis D.

Bulging intervertebral disks

5-37 Evaluating an older adult client according to the successful aging paradigm involves assessment of

A. cognition, problem-solving, physical skills, and memory. B. health, social engagement, mental activity,

and life satisfaction. C. vision, hearing, balance, and strength. D. coping, social support, fi nancial

resources, and living arrangement.

5-49 The benefi ts of exercise during middle adulthood include which of the following? A. Less need for

an increase in dietary calcium B. Slower decli ne in central nervous system processing