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WorksheetsGeria Week 1
Total questions: 110
Worksheet time: 4hrs 40mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following is not listed as a common stereotype about older people in the handout?
a)
They are universally happier than younger people
b)
Old people are untidy and messy
c)
Old people tend to worry about financial matters
d)
It is normal for older adult to withdraw from society
2.
Which of the following is not listed as a common stereotype about older people in the handout?
a)
They are generally more accepting of the new norms that the new gens create
b)
Old people prefer to be with people their own age
c)
Old people have no friends
d)
Old people live in the past and that is boring
3.
Which of the following is not listed as a common stereotype about older people in the handout?
a)
They are more focused on what they can do more as a person
b)
Old people only talk about death and are afraid of dying
c)
Old age is a problem for poor people, but not for rich people
d)
Old people remind us of what is in store for us when we age
4.
Geriatrics is best defined as:
a)
A medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of the elderly
b)
Is the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging and older adults.
c)
The study of social and psychological aspects of aging
d)
A legal framework for elderly pensions
5.
Gerontology refers to:
a)
Is the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging and older adults.
b)
A medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of the elderly
c)
A nursing intervention for older adults
d)
A type of long-term care facility
6.
A Geriatrician is:
a)
Primary care doctor who specializes in treating older adults.
b)
A community volunteer for senior centers
c)
A legal guardian for older persons
d)
A social worker for the elderly
7.
Geriatric Nursing refers to:
a)
A field of nursing concerned with improving and maintaining the health of older adult patients
b)
A medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of the elderly
c)
Is the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging and older adults.
d)
Primary care doctor who specializes in treating older adults.
8.
Gerontological Nurses refers to:
a)
Also called "geriatric nurses", focus on caring for older adults and are educated to understand and treat their often complex physical and mental health needs.
b)
A field of nursing concerned with improving and maintaining the health of older adult patients
c)
A medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of the elderly
d)
Is the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging and older adults.
9.
Gerontological nurses are also called:
a)
Geriatric nurses
b)
Pediatric nurses
c)
Midwives
d)
Psychiatric nurses
10.
Provides minimum requirements and standards to make buildings, facilities and utilities for public use accessible to persons with disability and older persons who are confined to wheelchairs.
a)
Republic Act No. 344 or the Accessibility Law of 1982
b)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
c)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
d)
Presidential proclamation No. 470 Series of 1994
11.
Provides for establishment of Senior Citizen Centers to cater older persons socialization and interaction needs as well as to serve as a venue for the conduct of other meaningful activities
a)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
b)
Republic Act No. 344 or the Accessibility Law of 1982
c)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
d)
Presidential proclamation No. 470 Series of 1994
12.
Mandates that all government agencies and instrumentalities should allocate one percent of their total agency budget to programs and projects for older persons and persons with disabilities.
a)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
b)
Republic Act No. 344 or the Accessibility Law of 1982
c)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
d)
Presidential proclamation No. 470 Series of 1994
13.
Declaring the first week of October of every year as "Elderly Filipino Week"
a)
Presidential proclamation No. 470 Series of 1994
b)
Republic Act No. 344 or the Accessibility Law of 1982
c)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
d)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
14.
Declaring a "Nationwide Observance in the Philippines of the International Year of Older Persons"
a)
Presidential proclamation No. 1048 Series of 1999
b)
Executive order No.105, Series of 2003
c)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
d)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
15.
Approved and directed the implementation of the program providing for group homes and foster homes for neglected, abandoned, abused, detached, and poor older persons and persons with disabilities.
a)
Executive order No.105, Series of 2003
b)
Presidential proclamation No. 1048 Series of 1999
c)
Republic Act No. 7876 An act Establishing a Senior Citizens Center in all Cities and municipalities of the Philippines, and appropriating funds
d)
Republic Act No. 10155 known as "The General Appropriations Act of 2012"under section 28
16.
According to the handout, an “older adult” is generally defined as an individual aged:
a)
65 years and older
b)
55 years and older
c)
75 years and older
d)
60 years and older
17.
Older Adult
a)
65 years and older
b)
65 to 74 years old
c)
75 to 84 years old
d)
85 years and older
18.
Young Old
a)
65 to 74 years old
b)
65 years and older
c)
75 to 84 years old
d)
85 years and older
19.
Old
a)
75 to 84 years old
b)
65 years and older
c)
65 to 74 years old
d)
85 years and older
20.
Oldest Old
a)
85 years and older
b)
65 years and older
c)
65 to 74 years old
d)
75 to 84 years old
21.
The actual number of years a person has lived since birth.
a)
Chronological age
b)
Functional Age
c)
Perceived age
d)
Age Identity
22.
Refers to the assessment of an individual's physical, psychological, and social abilities. It describes how well a person functions relative to typical age-related expectations. How they actually feel and function-often provides a more accurate reflection of their abilities and care needs.
a)
Functional Age
b)
Chronological age
c)
Perceived age
d)
Age Identity
23.
The age that others assign to a person based on visible characteristics such as facial features, skin texture, wrinkles, posture, and behaviors.
a)
Perceived age
b)
Chronological age
c)
Functional Age
d)
Age Identity
24.
How people feel or perceive their own age, which may differ from their chronological age.
a)
Age Identity
b)
Chronological age
c)
Functional Age
d)
Perceived age
25.
Which generation is specifically named in the handout as the next wave of senior citizens (born between 1946–1964)?
a)
Baby boomers
b)
Generation X
c)
Millennials
d)
Silent Generation
26.
According to the ppt, baby boomers are noted to:
a)
Desire a highly active role in their care
b)
Prefer isolation and less involvement in care decisions
c)
Be uninterested in health and fitness
d)
All retire before 2010
27.
The ppt states that more years to life mean little if the additional years consist of:
a)
Discomfort, disability, and poor quality of life
b)
Leisure and travel
c)
Increased social activities
d)
Increased income
28.
Remains to be the greatest obstacle to a secure old age.
a)
Poverty
b)
Chronic Illness
c)
Aging
d)
Functional Age
29.
Major problem for the older population . Most adults have at least one chronic disease and typically they have multiple conditions or comorbidity.
a)
Chronic Illness
b)
Poverty
c)
Aging
d)
Functional Age
30.
Is the natural, gradual process of biological, psychological, and social changes that occur over time in an organism, leading to a decline in physical and functional capacities and increased vulnerability to disease and death.
a)
Aging
b)
Poverty
c)
Chronic Illness
d)
Functional Age
31.
___ is a remarkable 89-year-old bodybuilder and a testament to the idea that age is just a number. She holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for the oldest female bodybuilder in 2010 and 2011, a feat she accomplished after starting her fitness journey at the age of 56. Beyond bodybuilding, she's an accomplished runner, having completed nine marathons. Shepherd's daily routine is as disciplined as her training, as she wakes up at 2:30 a.m. to read devotions from the Bible. Her personal philosophy and incredible achievements inspire people of all ages to stay active and healthy.
a)
Ernestine Sheperd
b)
Ellen Degeneres
c)
Vilma Santos
d)
Mel Tiangco
32.
___ is a 67-year-old retired American comedian, actress, talk show host, writer, and producer. She is best known for hosting The Ellen DeGeneres Show from 2003 to 2022, for which she earned an impressive 33 Daytime Emmy Awards. During her CoverGirl campaign, she shared her philosophy on aging, stating that "Nothing makes you look younger than a smile, and being happy." She further explained this by saying, "If you look at babies, they're always smiling and laughing, and their skin is flawless," connecting happiness and a positive outlook to a youthful appearance.
a)
Ellen Degeneres
b)
Ernestine Sheperd
c)
Vilma Santos
d)
Mel Tiangco
33.
Unprecedented changes are occurring worldwide as fertility & mortality rates decline in most countries & as population age.
a)
Global Aging
b)
Functional Age
c)
Chronological age
d)
Perceived age
34.
In the ___ there is a significant growth in the number of older people.
a)
20th Century
b)
19th Century
c)
21st Century
d)
22nd Century
35.
By ___ the projected substantial increase in the
numbers of individuals over age 65
due to the impact of baby boomers
who began to enter in.
a)
2010-2030
b)
1999-2005
c)
2004-2009
d)
2010-2040
36.
By ___ older people will represent 20% of the
total US Population
a)
2030
b)
2040
c)
2050
d)
2060
37.
Global projections cited in the handout indicate that between 2015 and 2050 the population aged 60 and over will:
a)
Double from 12% to 22%
b)
Decrease by half
c)
Remain the same
d)
Reach 50% of the global population
38.
Between 2000 and 2019, worldwide life expectancy increased from:
a)
66.8 to 73.4 years
b)
50.2 to 55.8 years
c)
70 to 80 years
d)
60 to 90 years
39.
WHO projects that by 2050 older people will make up around what percent of the total population (global projection given)?
a)
0.165
b)
0.4
c)
0.3
d)
0.9
40.
In the Philippines, elderly are expected to compromise ___ of the total population in 2025 (NSO)
a)
0.077
b)
0.115
c)
0.3
d)
0.4
41.
In the Philippines, elderly are expected to compromise ___ of the total population by 2030 (NSO)
a)
0.115
b)
0.077
c)
0.3
d)
0.4
42.
In the Philippines life expectancy for male is ___ (WHO, 2017)
a)
65,3 years
b)
72 years
c)
80 years
d)
90 years
43.
In the Philippines life expectancy for female is ___ (WHO, 2017)
a)
72 years
b)
65,3 years
c)
80 years
d)
90 years
44.
In the Philippines females among the senior citizens are
a)
55,5%
b)
44,5%
c)
0.8
d)
0.2
45.
In the Philippines males among the senior citizens are
a)
44,5%
b)
55,5%
c)
0.8
d)
0.2
46.
Life expectancy at birth in the U.S. for 2025 is approximately:
a)
79.4 years
b)
72.1 years
c)
85.2 years
d)
90.0 years
47.
Projections indicate the population aged 65+ will more than double by ___ and triple by ___ in the U.S.,
a)
2036, 2049
b)
2056, 2099
c)
2100, 2200
d)
2026, 2029
48.
In 2050 the life expectancy for men could reach ___
a)
80 years
b)
85 years
c)
110 years
d)
120 years
49.
In 2050 the life expectancy for women could reach ___
a)
85 years
b)
80 years
c)
110 years
d)
120 years
50.
Which statement about marital status among older adults is true?
a)
More than half of women aged 65 and older are widowed
b)
Most older women remain married while most men are widowed
c)
Married status has no effect on mortality
d)
Almost all older adults live alone
51.
Which statement regarding the marital status of older men is true?
a)
70% of men aged 65+ were married
b)
90% of men aged 65+ were married
c)
85% of men aged 65+ were married
d)
65% of men aged 65+ were married
52.
According to the ppt, married individuals consistently show:
a)
Lower mortality rates than unmarried peers at all ages
b)
Higher mortality rates than unmarried peers
c)
No difference in mortality compared to unmarried people
d)
The same mortality but higher morbidity
53.
The ppt indicates that living alone among older adults is:
a)
Much more common among older women than men
b)
Equally common among men and women
c)
Unheard of in developed countries
d)
Declining rapidly for women only
54.
Compared to younger people, older adults generally experience:
a)
Fewer acute illnesses and lower death rates from them
b)
More acute illnesses and higher death rates from them
c)
No acute illnesses at all
d)
Faster recovery from acute illnesses
55.
Why do older adults typically have fewer acute illnesses than younger adults?
a)
They are more likely to suffer from chronic diseases instead
b)
They have stronger immune systems
c)
They avoid medical care more often
d)
They have fewer hospital admissions
56.
When older adults develop an acute illness such as pneumonia, what is most likely?
a)
They take longer to recover and complications are more frequent
b)
They recover more quickly than young adults
c)
They show no complications
d)
They rarely need hospitalization
57.
Chronic illness among older adults is best described as:
a)
Highly prevalent, with 93% of those aged 65+ having at least one chronic illness
b)
Rare and usually not serious
c)
Something that only affects women
d)
Uncommon in those over 80
58.
What percentage of people aged 65 and older have comorbidity (two or more chronic illnesses)?
a)
0.8
b)
0.5
c)
0.25
d)
0.05
59.
The presence of multiple chronic diseases in older adults is called:
a)
Comorbidity
b)
Multimorbidity
c)
Polypharmacy
d)
Disability
60.
Chronic illness in older adults primarily affects which aspect of life?
a)
Daily functioning, independence, and quality of life
b)
Social media use
c)
Memory only
d)
Hospital architecture
61.
Older adults with advanced chronic illness often require help with:
a)
Activities of daily living (ADLs)
b)
Hobbies and recreation
c)
Social networking
d)
Entertainment and leisure
62.
Which of the following is not considered an activity of daily living?
a)
Playing video games
b)
Bathing
c)
Dressing
d)
Eating
63.
Falls among older adults are best described as:
a)
Common and serious, with 1 in 4 falling annually in the U.S.
b)
Rare and usually harmless
c)
Preventable by medication only
d)
Never fatal
64.
Falls are the leading cause of what among older adults?
a)
Death from injury
b)
Blindness
c)
Depression
d)
Hypertension
65.
A U.S. statistic shows that annually, about what fraction of older adults experience falls?
a)
1 in 4
b)
1 in 2
c)
1 in 10
d)
1 in 20
66.
Which of the following mental health conditions affect approximately 25% of older adults?
a)
Depression and anxiety
b)
Schizophrenia and psychosis
c)
ADHD and PTSD
d)
Bipolar disorder
67.
Why are depression and anxiety particularly concerning in older adults?
a)
They complicate the management of physical illnesses
b)
They have no impact on physical health
c)
They only occur after retirement
d)
They disappear with chronic disease treatment
68.
Sensory impairments commonly experienced by older adults include:
a)
Hearing loss and visual impairments
b)
Improved eyesight and better hearing
c)
Loss of taste and smell only
d)
Heightened sensitivity to sound and light
69.
Mobility limitations in older adults can lead to:
a)
Increased risk of falls and loss of independence
b)
More opportunities for exercise
c)
Faster recovery from fractures
d)
17. Improved cardiovascular health
70.
Which of the following combinations best summarizes frequent issues in older adults?
a)
Hearing loss, visual impairments, mobility limitations
b)
Hair loss, toothaches, acne
c)
Digestive cramps, migraines, insomnia
d)
Speech problems, memory loss, baldness
71.
Which factor contributes to poorer outcomes in older adults when acute illnesses develop?
a)
They already carry a heavy burden of chronic disease
b)
They have more social support
c)
They are more active
d)
They have stronger immune resistance
72.
Which statement about chronic disease management in older adults is true?
a)
It often requires long-term assistance and support systems
b)
It is rarely needed
c)
It usually resolves within a few days
d)
It is best left unmanaged to avoid complications
73.
Approximately what percentage of older adults live below the official poverty level in recent years?
a)
0.1
b)
0.25
c)
0.05
d)
0.4
74.
Poverty rates are highest among which groups of older adults?
a)
Adults 80+, women, people of color, and those with poor health
b)
Married men under 70
c)
Retired professionals
d)
University professors
75.
What is the primary source of income for most older adults?
a)
Social Security
b)
Personal savings
c)
Investments and dividends
d)
Part-time employment
76.
The phrase “asset rich but cash poor” means older adults:
a)
Own assets such as houses or land but lack liquid funds for daily needs
b)
Have no property but plenty of cash
c)
Are wealthy in both assets and cash
d)
Depend only on pensions
77.
Labor force participation among older adults is:
a)
Generally declining, with the older workforce shrinking relative to the aging population
b)
Increasing rapidly
c)
Stable and unaffected by aging
d)
Mandatory after retirement
78.
Which of the following is not a reason why some older adults continue to work past retirement age?
a)
Because retirement is legally prohibited
b)
To stay active
c)
To supplement insufficient income
d)
For social connections
79.
The decline in older adults’ labor force participation means:
a)
A shrinking workforce relative to a growing elderly population
b)
A larger proportion of older adults are unemployed
c)
Older adults are healthier and working longer
d)
Retirement ages are being raised worldwide
80.
Why is aging described as a "family affair"?
a)
Because when older members need assistance, the entire family feels the impact
b)
Because only families experience aging
c)
Because older adults never live alone
d)
Because governments do not provide support
81.
Families today are absorbing:
a)
More complex caregiving responsibilities for longer periods than before
b)
Fewer responsibilities for eldercare
c)
Only financial responsibilities
d)
No role in eldercare
82.
Which of the following is a possible family response to caregiving responsibilities?
a)
Leaving the older family member or sending them to institutional/home care
b)
Ignoring the older adult completely
c)
Always providing 24/7 care at home
d)
Refusing all medical interventions
83.
Which emotions are common among caregivers of older adults?
a)
Anger, guilt, grief, distress
b)
Only joy and happiness
c)
Excitement and thrill
d)
Indifference and boredom
84.
The emotional burden of caregiving can cause:
a)
Conflict, frustration, and strained relationships
b)
Better relationships in every case
c)
No effect on social life
d)
Improved work performance always
85.
Nurses need to understand family structures, roles, and relationships because:
a)
It helps nurses work effectively with older adults and caregivers
b)
Family structures are irrelevant in care
c)
Families always behave the same way
d)
Families never contribute to eldercare
86.
When interviewing older adults, why is it important to explore “significant others”?
a)
To recognize those who fulfill a family role, whether related or not
b)
To identify only biological relatives
c)
To find out who visits most often
d)
To focus on government-assigned caregivers
87.
Identification of family members is important because:
a)
It reveals who provides physical help, emotional support, financial aid, or decision-making
b)
It ensures only the nurse makes all care decisions
c)
It reduces the need for family involvement
d)
It eliminates the need for community services
88.
Which of the following is not typically asked during an interview to identify caregivers?
a)
What is your favorite movie?
b)
Who checks on you regularly?
c)
Who helps with banking or bills?
d)
Who escorts you to the clinic?
89.
The term "significant others" in eldercare includes:
a)
Anyone who fulfills a supportive role, regardless of blood relation
b)
Only children and grandchildren
c)
Only legal guardians
d)
Only siblings
90.
amilies providing eldercare often face:
a)
Greater and longer-term responsibilities than in the past
b)
Less responsibility compared to the past
c)
No emotional burden
d)
More government assistance than before
91.
Which of the following best reflects the dual reality of caregiving in families?
a)
Families provide essential support but may also experience stress and conflict
b)
Families are always happy to provide care
c)
Caregiving never disrupts relationships
d)
Families prefer to avoid caregiving roles entirely
92.
What is the nurse’s primary role when dealing with family caregiving situations?
a)
To understand family dynamics and support collaboration in care
b)
To make decisions for the family
c)
To remove family members from care planning
d)
To focus solely on medical treatment
93.
Family structures today are increasingly diverse and may include:
a)
Married and unmarried couples, same-sex couples, siblings, unrelated individuals, and multigenerational households
b)
Only traditional nuclear families
c)
Only married heterosexual couples with children
d)
Only single-parent families
94.
Which social trend contributes to more complex family networks among older adults?
a)
Rising rates of divorce, remarriage, and blended families
b)
Decreasing life expectancy
c)
Decline in remarriage
d)
Universal family stability
95.
According to the data, about what percentage of middle-aged and older parents have stepchildren?
a)
0.4
b)
0.2
c)
0.3
d)
0.6
96.
Multigenerational households are on the rise. In the U.S., about what percentage of grandparents live with a grandchild?
a)
0.1
b)
0.02
c)
0.05
d)
0.2
97.
Family support dynamics among older adults vary depending on:
a)
Gender, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status
b)
Zodiac sign and hobbies
c)
Pets owned and travel habits
d)
Political party affiliation
98.
Declining birth rates and longer life expectancy have led to:
a)
Smaller family sizes and fewer relatives, but more generations alive at the same time
b)
Larger families with more siblings
c)
More relatives but fewer generations alive at once
d)
No change in family size or generational overlap
99.
Which statement best describes older adults’ family roles today?
a)
They continue to evolve with shifting family structures
b)
They are fixed and unchanging
c)
They disappear entirely after retirement
d)
They remain only financial
100.
When identifying “significant others” for older adults, which of the following is true?
a)
Anyone who fulfills a family role or function, whether related or not, should be included
b)
Only blood relatives should be considered
c)
Only legal guardians can be counted
d)
Only spouses and children qualify
101.
Which of the following is not a family role or function important to older adults?
a)
Choosing their favorite hobbies
b)
Ensuring fulfillment of physical needs
c)
Providing emotional support
d)
Handling financial affairs
102.
A significant other who helps the older adult feel connected to relatives and community is fulfilling which function?
a)
Maintaining connections
b)
Financial management
c)
Crisis management
d)
Medical intervention
103.
Instilling a sense of meaning in life for an older adult is a responsibility that can be carried out by:
a)
Any significant other, regardless of blood relation
b)
A medical assistant only
c)
Only a spouse
d)
The government
104.
Which of the following questions would a nurse appropriately ask an older adult when identifying family members or caregivers?
a)
Who checks on you regularly?
b)
Who is your favorite movie actor?
c)
Who prepares your taxes?
d)
What is your favorite food?
105.
Asking “Who shops with or for you?” helps a nurse determine:
a)
Who assists with daily physical needs
b)
The patient’s diet choices
c)
The patient’s financial independence
d)
The patient’s hobbies
106.
Asking “Who escorts you to the clinic or physician?” helps identify:
a)
Who provides support for healthcare access
b)
Who pays the medical bills
c)
Who makes the final medical decisions
d)
Which hospital the patient prefers
107.
Which question would best identify who provides emotional support for an older adult?
a)
Whom do you seek when you need comfort or encouragement?
b)
Who cooks your meals?
c)
Who manages your bank account?
d)
Who gives you transportation?
108.
“Who assists you with banking, paying bills, and managing financial matters?” is an example of:
a)
Identifying financial caregivers
b)
Exploring leisure activities
c)
Checking independence in hobbies
d)
Assessing cognitive impairment
109.
Nurses should ask “Who takes care of you when you are ill?” to determine:
a)
Primary caregiving arrangements during illness
b)
Spiritual caregivers
c)
Insurance providers
d)
Entertainment partners
110.
Which of the following best summarizes the nurse’s goal when identifying family members?
a)
To recognize individuals who fulfill essential roles in the older adult’s life, regardless of legal or blood ties
b)
To limit family involvement in care
c)
To assign blame for problems
d)
To decide who inherits family assets
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