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WorksheetsCognition & Interpersonal Violence: Questions 1-11
Total questions: 38
Worksheet time: 19mins
Which domain of cognition involves interpreting and organizing sensory input?
Memory
Perception
Judgment
Reasoning
Which lobe of the brain governs executive function and decision-making?
Frontal
Temporal
Parietal
Occipital
Which neurotransmitter primarily supports memory and learning?
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
A 76-year-old has slowed recall but intact judgment. What does this represent?
Delirium
Normal aging
Early dementia
Depression
Which finding most clearly distinguishes delirium from dementia?
Memory loss
Gradual onset
Fluctuating attention
Word-finding difficulty
Which stage of dementia is characterized by total dependence in ADLs?
Early
Middle
Late
Transitional
Which screening tool is most sensitive for mild cognitive impairment?
MMSE
MoCA
CAM
GCS
Select all that apply: Normal age-related cognitive changes include—
Slightly slower processing speed
Loss of long-term memory
Mild word-finding difficulty
Preserved vocabulary
Disorientation to time
Which factor most increases dementia risk?
Hypertension
High HDL
Frequent exercise
Low salt intake
In Alzheimer’s disease, amyloid plaques form—
Between neurons
Inside axons
In glial cells
Within synaptic vesicles
Select all that apply: Nursing interventions to enhance safety in dementia include—
Remove loose rugs
Install grab bars
Leave stove on for familiarity
Use night lights
Lock cleaning products
Which condition presents as acute confusion with reversible cause?
Dementia
Delirium
Depression
Aphasia
Select all that apply: Components of a comprehensive cognitive assessment—
Detailed health history
Physical and neurologic exam
Standardized screening tools
CT/MRI as indicated
Bedside glucose only
A patient scoring 22 on the MMSE demonstrates—
Normal cognition
Mild impairment
Severe impairment
Delirium
Select all that apply: Primary-prevention strategies for cognitive health—
Aerobic exercise
Social connection
Sleep hygiene
Polypharmacy
High-fat diet
Which nursing diagnosis best fits Ruby Long’s case?
Risk for Injury
Ineffective Airway Clearance
Acute Pain
Risk for Infection
What is the nurse’s first priority for a delirious postoperative patient pulling out IVs?
Restrain both wrists
Obtain CAM assessment and ensure safety
Call security
Increase IV rate
Which communication strategy is most effective with cognitive impairment?
Use complex explanations
Speak quickly
One question at a time
Avoid eye contact
Aphasia following stroke reflects a deficit in which domain?
Memory
Language
Judgment
Perception
Select all that apply: Secondary prevention for cognition includes—
Routine screening >65
Medication review
Sensory testing
Ignoring mild forgetfulness
Depression screening
Which phrase defines interpersonal violence?
Unintentional injury
Intentional use of power or force causing harm
Accidental conflict
Emotional disagreement
Which form involves failure to meet basic needs of a dependent person?
Physical abuse
Sexual abuse
Neglect
Psychological abuse
Which population faces increased risk due to frailty and dependence?
Children
Adolescents
Older adults
College students
Select all that apply: Individual risk factors for interpersonal violence—
Substance use
Social isolation
Depression
Economic stress
Strong support network
Which question is part of the Partner Violence Screening tool?
How often do you exercise?
Do you feel safe in your current relationship?
Do you own firearms?
Do you have insurance?
A nurse suspects elder abuse. The priority action is—
Ask family privately
Report according to state law
Confront caregiver directly
Wait for proof
Which prevention level includes universal screening in clinics?
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Quaternary
What is the nurse's immediate goal after a patient discloses abuse?
Prove abuser guilty
Ensure patient safety
Counsel partner
Notify media
Select all that apply: Essential trauma-informed nursing actions—
Provide privacy
Use non-judgmental tone
Document findings
Pressure for detailed disclosure
Offer resources
Which collaborative partners are key in violence intervention?
Physicians only
Law enforcement and social workers
Dietitians only
Physical therapists only
Failure to report known child abuse constitutes—
Ethical issue only
Legal violation
Minor error
Boundary crossing
A patient says, "I can't leave; he controls all the money." This shows—
Economic dependence
Learned helplessness
Substance abuse
Cultural norm
Which interrelated concept often overlaps with interpersonal violence?
Immunity
Functional ability
Thermoregulation
Perfusion
Select all that apply: Primary prevention for interpersonal violence—
Community education
School programs
Screening in clinics
Public awareness campaigns
Healthy relationship training
Documentation of bruises in an abuse case should include—
Photographs with consent
Subjective descriptions only
Avoidance of detail
Personal opinions
Which sign is most suggestive of physical abuse in a dependent adult?
Consistent medication use
Well-groomed appearance
Occasional forgetfulness
Unexplained bruises in various stages of healing
What is the primary goal of secondary prevention in cases of interpersonal violence?
Early detection and prompt intervention
Rehabilitation after injury
Prevent initial occurrence
Promote healthy aging
Which cognitive domain is most affected in early Alzheimer’s disease?
Memory
Language
Perception
Judgment
