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Chapter 2 The Aging Population
True or false.
1) There were approximately 36 million Americans over the age of 65 years in 2000 and this number is expected to grow to 71 million by 2030 (T).
2) Over half of women over the age of 85 are widowed (T).
3) There are more males in the population than females (F).
4) Most centenarians are White and female (T).
5) Minority elderly groups are growing and thus present unique challenges for nurses today (T).
6) The majority of older persons live alone (F).
7) Older women who live alone tend to be from lower income groups than those who are married (T).
8) Elderly Hispanics rate their overall health significantly higher than those from other ethnic groups (F).
9) Older persons tend to die from acute illnesses more than chronic diseases (F).
10) The major causes of death in the older age group are heart disease, AIDS, and tuberculosis (F).
Matching. Match the ethnic/cultural group with the appropriate statement.
Key
A. African Americans
B. Hispanics
C. Asians and Pacific Islanders
D. American Indians and Alaskan natives
1. Have a higher rate of diabetes, hypertension, and chronic renal disease than other ethnic groups. (A)
2. Most rapidly growing ethnic minority, and less likely to obtain preventive services such as flu vaccines and mammograms. (B)
3. Is comprised of many subgroups and generally have a longer life expectancy than white Americans. (C)
4. Make up a small percentage of America’s elderly population and have increased morbidity and mortality related to diabetes and renal disease. (D)
Other:
List the three leading causes of death in the elderly:
Heart disease Cancer Stroke
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Chapter 3 Theories of Aging
Multiple choice questions.
1. The theory of aging that says that personality and coping patterns remain consistent through life is:
a) continuity
b) gerotranscendence
c) human needs
d) life course
2. Erikson’s stages of personality development for a person that is 76 years old would be:
a) autonomy versus shame
b) integrity versus despair
c) generativity versus isolation
d) trust versus mistrust
3. A biological theory of aging that is based on random events that cause cellular damage versus genetically programmed events is called:
a) nonstochastic
b) Orgel/error
c) selective optimization
d) stochastic
4. A scientist who believes that people have a genetic programming that determines or predicts longevity is a supporter of which theory?
a) age stratification
b) cross-link
c) free radical
d) gene/biological
5. When a Native American Indian elder goes out into the woods to die and the tribe does not search for him, but allows him to withdraw, this could be an example of:
a) activity theory
b) disengagement theory
c) subculture
d) person-environment fit
6. A 99 year old widow who has lived alone in her own home for 40 years experiences a fall and is sent by her children and grandchildren to a nursing home. The woman refuses to eat and exhibits signs and symptoms of depression and withdrawal. Which theory does this most describe?
a) functional consequences
b) theory of thriving
c) neuroedncorine
d) immunological
7. The physician tells his 81 year old male patient that his health has deteriorated due to the exogenous sources of free radicals to which he has exposed himself for many years. To what is the physician most likely referring?
a) the ozone layer
b
) the patient’s cigarette smoking
c) the patient’s alcohol consumption
d) radiation from the patient’s microwave
Matching.
1) continuity theory (a)
a. personality and coping patterns remain consistent through life
2) stochastic theories (g)
b. remaining active and involved promotes life satisfaction in later year
3) neuroendocrine theory (f)
c. transformation towards oneness with the universe
4) activity theory (b)
d. cells wear out with age
5) gerotranscendence theory (c)
e. five basic needs that motivate behavior
6) nonstochastic theories (h)
f. problems with gland feedback leads to disease
7) theory of thriving (i)
g. based on random events that cause cellular damage
8) human needs theory (e) h. genetically programmed events cause cellular damage that lead to aging
9) functional consequences theory (j) i. failure to thrive is from discord in relationships
10) wear and tear theory (d) j. nurse’s role is risk reduction to enhance safety
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Title: Mathematical Problems
Lecture delivered before the International Congress of Mathematicians at Paris in 1900
Author: David Hilbert
Translator: Mary Frances Winston Newson
Release date: September 15, 2023 [eBook #71655]
Language: English
Original publication: Lancaster & New York: The Macmillan Company, 1902
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BULLETIN OF THE AMERICAN MATHEMATICAL SOCIETY
CONTINUATION OF THE BULLETIN OF THE NEW YORK MATHEMATICAL SOCIETY.
A HISTORICAL AND CRITICAL REVIEW OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCE
EDITED BY F.N. COLE, ALEXANDER ZIWET, F. MORLEY, E.O. LOVETT, C.L. BOUTON, D.E. SMITH. VOL. VIII.
OCTOBER 1901 TO JULY 1902.
BY THE MACMILLAN COMPANY, , ., , 1902.
MATHEMATICAL PROBLEMS
LECTURE DELIVERED BEFORE THE INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF MATHEMATICIANS AT PARIS IN 1900.
BY PROFESSOR DAVID HILBERT.
