4. Assisting the group members to look at their life accomplishments
Question 14
Type: MCSA
While assisting in a community health project for middle-aged adults, the nurse attempts to identify members of
the community who have been successful in the tasks identified by Erikson. What characteristic should the nurse
identify in the community members?
1. Ability to have satisfaction in their volunteer activities
2. Ability to find an acceptable social group
3. Satisfaction with rearing children
4. Ability to manage a home
Question 15
Type: MCSA
The nurse is providing assistance at a community health fair for middle-aged clients. Which information should
the nurse use when working with this group of clients?
1. The middle-aged person has decreased intellectual and cognitive abilities as a result of the normal aging
process.
2. Adults make the transition into this stage easily and without problems.
3. Physical capabilities and functions decrease with age, but mental and social capacities tend to increase in the
latter part of life.
4. Cognitive and intellectual abilities are somewhat decreased due to slower reaction time, loss of memory, and
changes in perception and problem solving.
Question 16
Type: MCSA
The nurse can identify movement into Kohlberg’s postconventional level when the client, after being asked about
work, makes which statement?
1. “Oh, the work isn’t so bad anymore. I’m getting close to retirement.”
2. “Work is fine, but my family and friends are so much more important to me.”
3. “I’ve done a good job for the company. I’m proud of my years there.”
4. “I don’t like to talk about work when I’m not there.”
Question 17
Type: MCSA
The nurse is preparing information for a community health education seminar. Which statement should the nurse
include regarding disease for the middle-aged adult?
1. Cancer is the leading cause of death in the age group from 25 to 64 years.
2. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death.
3. Leading causes of death include suicide and motor vehicle crashes.
4. Injuries and chronic disease are the leading causes of death in this age group.
Question 18
Type: MCSA
A middle-aged client is struggling with life changes, including menopause. What is the best response by the nurse
to this client?
1. “Don’t worry—menopause can’t last forever.”
2. “There are some very good antidepressants you can take.”
3. “What did your mother do to get through menopause?”
4. “There is a menopause support group that meets every 2 weeks.”
MNL Learning Outcome: 2.1.3. Analyze the young and middle adult’s physiologic and psychosocial development.
Page Number: 360
Question 19
Type: MCSA
A group of middle-aged clients is inquiring about nutrition-related health problems inherent in their age group. In
order to best address these concerns of this specific age group, the nurse should take which action?
1. Provide information, including a website, regarding-age specific diet plans.
2. Give all clients a handout on diets recommended by the ADA.
3. Tell the clients to check with their physician before dieting.
4. Have them write to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for more information.
Question 20
Type: MCMA
The nurse is working with young adults in the community. What should the nurse realize as being the
psychosocial developmental tasks of this population?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Selecting a mate
2. Rearing children
3. Achieving civic responsibility
4. Finding a congenial social group
5. Developing adult leisure-time activities
Question 21
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Question 21
Type: MCMA
A client approaching middle age asks for information to keep mentally sharp. What should the nurse explain
about the cognitive abilities of the middle-aged client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Reaction time stays much the same.
2. Memory is maintained during this time.
3. Learning declines and cannot be completed.
4. Problem-solving ability is maintained during this time.
5. Cognitive and intellectual abilities change very little at this time.
Question 22
Type: MCMA
The nurse is confident that a young adult has successfully achieved psychosocial development. What observations
about the client did the nurse make to come to this conclusion?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Discusses plans to expand his exercise routine to include running
2. Is optimistic about finding a new job
3. Volunteers weekly at the local senior center
4. Recognizes that professional sports may be enjoyed but does not aspire to participating
5. May be “too bald” to play Santa Claus
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Question 23
Type: MCMA
The nurse is completing a spiritual assessment with a middle-aged client. What should the nurse recognize as
expected characteristics of moral development in this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Uses religion for comfort
2. Seeks religious explanations for death
3. Compares characteristics of various religions
4. Questions the purpose of religion in one’s life
5. Relies upon spiritual beliefs to help with illness