Test Bank for Basic Geriatric Nursing, 8th Edition by Patricia A. Williams

Instant PDF Download — The Test Bank for Basic Geriatric Nursing, 8th Edition by Patricia A. Williams provides NCLEX®-style multiple-choice questions with detailed rationales, aligned to the 8e textbook. Ideal for gerontology courses, clinical rotations, and licensure prep.

About Basic Geriatric Nursing 8th Edition Test Bank (PDF)

This comprehensive Basic Geriatric Nursing 8e Test Bank PDF supports evidence-based care of older adults. It focuses on healthy aging, safety, pharmacology in the elderly, end-of-life care, communication, and clinical judgment—so you can master core gerontologic nursing concepts and pass exams with confidence.

Table of Contents — Basic Geriatric Nursing, 8th Edition (Patricia A. Williams)

• Chapter 01: Trends and Issues.
• Chapter 02: Theories of Aging
• Chapter 03: Physiologic Changes
• Chapter 04: Health Promotion, Health Maintenance, and Home Health Considerations
• Chapter 05: Communicating With Older Adults
• Chapter 06: Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutritional Needs
• Chapter 07: Medications and Older Adults
• Chapter 08: Health Assessment for Older Adults
• Chapter 09: Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults
• Chapter 10: Cognition and Perception
• Chapter 11: Self-Perception and Self-Concept
• Chapter 12: Roles and Relationships
• Chapter 13: Coping and Stress
• Chapter 14: Values and Beliefs
• Chapter 15: End-of-Life Care
• Chapter 16: Sexuality and Aging
• Chapter 17: Care of Aging Skin and Mucous Membranes
• Chapter 18: Elimination
• Chapter 19: Activity and Exercise
• Chapter 20: Sleep and Rest

Sample Questions — Chapter 01

Chapter 01: Trends and Issues
Williams: Basic Geriatric Nursing, 8th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which fact explains the shift of health care focus toward the older adult in the late 1960s?
a. Disability was viewed as unavoidable.
b. Complications from disease increased mortality.
c. Older adults’ needs are similar to those of all adults.
d. Preventive health care practices increased longevity.
ANS: D
Increased preventive health care practices, disease control, and focus on wellness helped
people live longer.
PTS: 1 DIF: 4 REF: p. 2 OBJ: 2
TOP: Aging Trends KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
NOT: Understanding
2. To which age group does the term “aged” apply?
a. 55–64 years of age
b. 65–74 years of age
c. 75–84 years of age
d. 85 and older
ANS: C
The term aged refers to persons who are 75–84 years of age.
PTS: 1 DIF: 1 REF: p. 2 | Table 1.1
OBJ: 1 TOP: Age Categories
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Growth and Development
NOT: Remembering
3. Which is true of ageism?
a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the basis of age.
b. It causes a person to fear aging.
c. It involves the use of cultural sensitivity to address concerns of aging.
d. It focuses on resources for the older adult.
ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons
solely on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.
PTS: 1 DIF: 4 REF: p. 4 OBJ: 3
TOP: Ageism KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
NOT: Understanding

Why Choose This Geriatric Nursing Test Bank (PDF)

• Aligned with Basic Geriatric Nursing, 8th Edition by Patricia A. Williams.
• NCLEX®-style items focused on gerontology, safety, pharmacology, and end-of-life care.
• Instant PDF download for laptop, tablet, or phone.
• Ideal for students, educators, and NCLEX/gerontology exam prep.

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