Gerontological Nurse Test Nutrition and Hydration in the Elderly

Question 1

Which nutritional deficiency is most commonly identified in older adults residing in long-term care facilities?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D deficiency

Answer

Iron deficiency

Answer

Thiamine deficiency

Answer

Zinc deficiency

Question 2

How does normal aging affect the sensation of thirst in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Thirst sensation decreases, increasing the risk of dehydration

Answer

Thirst sensation increases significantly with age

Answer

Thirst sensation remains unchanged throughout the lifespan

Answer

Thirst sensation fluctuates based on ambient temperature only

Question 3

According to the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA), a score of 17 to 23.5 indicates which nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

At risk for malnutrition

Answer

Normal nutritional status

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Well-nourished

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Malnourished

Question 4

What is the recommended daily protein intake for healthy older adults?

Accepted Answer

0.8–1.2 g/kg body weight

Answer

0.4–0.5 g/kg body weight

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1.5–2.0 g/kg body weight

Answer

2.5–3.0 g/kg body weight

Question 5

Which condition is most directly associated with inadequate calcium and vitamin D intake in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis

Answer

Anemia

Answer

Peripheral neuropathy

Answer

Hyponatremia

Question 6

Which laboratory value best reflects chronic protein-calorie malnutrition in an older adult?

Accepted Answer

Serum albumin

Answer

Hemoglobin

Answer

Blood glucose

Answer

Serum sodium

Question 7

An older adult with dysphagia can manage soft, moist foods cut into small pieces but cannot handle hard or crunchy textures. Which IDDSI diet level is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Minced and moist (Level 5)

Answer

Thin liquids (Level 1)

Answer

Pureed (Level 4)

Answer

Regular (Level 7)