BCG Assessment & Screening in Gerontological Practice 2

Question 1

The Braden Scale is used in gerontological practice to assess risk for:

Accepted Answer

Pressure ulcer development

Answer

The Braden Scale evaluates six subscales (sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, friction/shear) to predict pressure ulcer risk.

Question 2

Which nutritional screening tool is most commonly recommended for use with community-dwelling older adults?

Accepted Answer

Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)

Answer

The MNA was specifically developed and validated for use in older adults in community, outpatient, and long-term care settings and is the most widely used in gerontology.

Question 3

The Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) is specifically designed to identify:

Accepted Answer

Acute delirium in hospitalized older adults

Answer

The CAM operationalizes DSM delirium criteria into four features (acute onset, inattention, disorganized thinking, altered consciousness) for rapid delirium identification.

Question 4

A gerontological nurse performs a pain assessment on an older adult with moderate dementia who cannot self-report pain. The most appropriate tool is:

Accepted Answer

Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia (PAINAD)

Answer

PAINAD uses behavioral and physiological indicators (breathing, vocalization, facial expression, body language, consolability) to assess pain in non-verbal dementia patients.

Question 5

Which of the following is a key principle when administering functional assessments to older adults from culturally diverse backgrounds?

Accepted Answer

Consider that cultural norms influence role expectations and task performance

Answer

Cultural backgrounds shape expectations around gender roles, family responsibilities, and independence, all of which directly affect performance and interpretation of functional assessments.

(BCG) Board Certification in Gerontology Practice Test

(BCG) Board Certification in Gerontology Practice Test

BCG Assessment & Screening in Gerontological Practice 2