BCG Chronic Illness & Disease Management

Question 1

Which chronic condition is most commonly associated with vision loss in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Age-related macular degeneration

Answer

Glaucoma

Answer

Diabetic retinopathy

Answer

Cataracts

Question 2

What is a key management strategy for older adults with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Regular blood glucose monitoring

Answer

Strict low-carb diet only

Answer

Avoiding all sugar-containing foods

Answer

Daily insulin injections regardless of glucose level

Question 3

Which symptom is a common indicator of chronic heart failure in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

Dyspnea

Answer

Nausea

Answer

Headache

Answer

Constipation

Question 4

Why is polypharmacy a concern in older adults with chronic illnesses?

Accepted Answer

It increases risk of adverse drug events

Answer

It improves drug effectiveness

Answer

It simplifies medication regimens

Answer

It reduces side effects

Question 5

What is the primary goal of palliative care in chronic disease management?

Accepted Answer

Improving comfort and quality of life

Answer

Curing the disease

Answer

Providing physical therapy

Answer

Eliminating medications

Question 6

Which of the following is a preventive strategy for managing osteoporosis in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Calcium and vitamin D supplementation

Answer

Avoiding all fats in the diet

Answer

High-protein diet only

Answer

Daily aspirin therapy