1. Geriatric nursing primarily focuses on the care of:
(A) Infants
(B) Older adults
(C) Adolescents
(D) Pregnant women
2. Rehabilitation nursing aims to:
(A) Prevent aging
(B) Diagnose diseases only
(C) Perform surgery
(D) Restore maximum functional independence
3. According to the WHO, an older adult is generally a person aged:
(A) 50 years and above
(B) 55 years and above
(C) 70 years and above
(D) 60 years and above
4. Which healthcare professional specializes in the medical care of older adults?
(A) Geriatrician
(B) Pediatrician
(C) Cardiologist
(D) Neurologist
5. The primary goal of rehabilitation is to:
(A) Increase dependency
(B) Improve quality of life and independence
(C) Keep patients hospitalized
(D) Eliminate all disabilities
6. Which member of the rehabilitation team helps improve mobility?
(A) Physiotherapist
(B) Pharmacist
(C) Dentist
(D) Pathologist
7. Occupational therapy mainly helps patients:
(A) Conduct laboratory tests
(B) Prescribe medication
(C) Perform activities of daily living
(D) Perform surgery
8. Which condition commonly affects older adults?
(A) Osteoarthritis
(B) Hypertension
(C) Diabetes
(D) All of the above
9. Which vitamin is essential for maintaining bone health in older adults?
(A) Vitamin A
(B) Vitamin C
(C) Vitamin K
(D) Vitamin D
10. Which disease is the most common cause of dementia?
(A) Parkinson's disease
(B) Tuberculosis
(C) Alzheimer's disease
(D) Asthma
11. Which rehabilitation service helps patients with speech and swallowing disorders?
(A) Physiotherapy
(B) Occupational Therapy
(C) Speech Therapy
(D) Respiratory Therapy
12. A common cause of falls among older adults is:
(A) Poor balance
(B) Weak muscles
(C) Poor vision
(D) All of the above
13. Which assistive device is commonly used to improve walking?
(A) Walker
(B) Thermometer
(C) Syringe
(D) Stethoscope
14. Rehabilitation should begin:
(A) As early as possible
(B) Only after discharge
(C) One year after illness
(D) Only if requested
15. Which condition commonly requires neurological rehabilitation?
(A) Gastritis
(B) Common cold
(C) Migraine
(D) Stroke
16. Which nutrient is important for maintaining muscle mass in elderly patients?
(A) Protein
(B) Sugar
(C) Salt
(D) Cholesterol
17. The main purpose of gait training is to:
(A) Improve digestion
(B) Improve vision
(C) Improve hearing
(D) Improve walking ability
18. Which member of the rehabilitation team provides emotional support?
(A) Psychologist
(B) Dentist
(C) Radiologist
(D) Pharmacist
19. Osteoporosis increases the risk of:
(A) Asthma
(B) Heart attacks
(C) Kidney stones
(D) Bone fractures
20. Which exercise is generally recommended for healthy older adults?
(A) Boxing
(B) Walking
(C) Sprinting
(D) Heavy weightlifting only
21. Which rehabilitation program helps patients return to employment?
(A) Vocational rehabilitation
(B) Cardiac rehabilitation
(C) Pulmonary rehabilitation
(D) Speech rehabilitation
22. Which chronic disease is common among elderly people?
(A) Hypertension
(B) Diabetes
(C) Heart disease
(D) All of the above
23. Which body system commonly declines with aging?
(A) Immune system
(B) All of the above
(C) Musculoskeletal system
(D) Nervous system
24. Which communication technique is best for elderly patients?
(A) Shout loudly
(B) Speak very fast
(C) Ignore questions
(D) Speak clearly and respectfully
25. Which rehabilitation specialist helps improve fine motor skills?
(A) Dentist
(B) Surgeon
(C) Occupational Therapist
(D) Radiographer
26. Which condition is characterized by progressive memory loss?
(A) Alzheimer's disease
(B) Pneumonia
(C) Hepatitis
(D) Appendicitis
27. Which nursing intervention helps prevent pressure ulcers?
(A) Regular repositioning
(B) Restricting fluids
(C) Keeping the patient immobile
(D) Avoiding skin care
28. Which rehabilitation program is designed for patients recovering from a heart attack?
(A) Neurological rehabilitation
(B) Pulmonary rehabilitation
(C) Cardiac rehabilitation
(D) Pediatric rehabilitation
29. Which vitamin deficiency may contribute to osteoporosis?
(A) Vitamin A
(B) Vitamin D
(C) Vitamin C
(D) Vitamin B6
30. Which type of exercise improves flexibility?
(A) Sleeping
(B) Stretching
(C) Reading
(D) Watching television
31. Which condition commonly affects hearing in older adults?
(A) Otitis media
(B) Sinusitis
(C) Bronchitis
(D) Presbycusis
32. Which professional helps improve swallowing after a stroke?
(A) Pharmacist
(B) Physiotherapist
(C) Dietitian
(D) Speech Therapist
33. Which factor is essential for successful rehabilitation?
(A) All of the above
(B) Teamwork
(C) Family support
(D) Patient motivation
34. Which eye disorder commonly develops with aging?
(A) Cataract
(B) Conjunctivitis
(C) Glaucoma only in children
(D) Myopia only
35. Which rehabilitation setting allows care in the patient's home?
(A) Home-based rehabilitation
(B) Emergency department
(C) Operating room
(D) Laboratory
36. Which nursing action helps reduce fall risk?
(A) Keeping the floor dry
(B) Providing adequate lighting
(C) Using assistive devices
(D) All of the above
37. Which nutrient is essential for healthy bones?
(A) Potassium
(B) Sodium
(C) Calcium
(D) Iron
38. Functional independence means:
(A) Remaining in bed permanently
(B) Complete dependence on caregivers
(C) Performing daily activities with little or no assistance
(D) Avoiding physical activity
39. Which rehabilitation program benefits patients with chronic lung disease?
(A) Pediatric rehabilitation
(B) Cardiac rehabilitation
(C) Occupational rehabilitation
(D) Pulmonary rehabilitation
40. Which elderly patient is at the greatest risk of dehydration?
(A) One who exercises daily
(B) One who drinks enough water
(C) One with reduced thirst sensation
(D) One with normal kidney function
41. Which nursing assessment is most important for preventing falls?
(A) Blood group assessment
(B) Hair assessment
(C) Skin color assessment
(D) Balance assessment
42. Which assistive device replaces a missing limb?
(A) Prosthesis
(B) Orthosis
(C) Walker
(D) Cane
43. An orthosis is used to:
(A) Diagnose disease
(B) Replace a missing limb
(C) Support or align a body part
(D) Measure blood pressure
44. Which of the following promotes healthy aging?
(A) Balanced diet
(B) All of the above
(C) Routine medical check-ups
(D) Regular exercise
45. Which rehabilitation outcome indicates success?
(A) Frequent hospitalization
(B) Increased dependency
(C) Reduced mobility
(D) Improved functional ability
46. Which mental health problem commonly affects elderly people?
(A) Depression
(B) Anxiety
(C) Loneliness
(D) All of the above
47. Which member of the healthcare team develops meal plans for elderly patients?
(A) Pharmacist
(B) Dentist
(C) Radiologist
(D) Dietitian
48. The overall goal of geriatric nursing is to:
(A) Increase dependency
(B) Promote health and maintain independence
(C) Prevent aging completely
(D) Keep patients hospitalized
49. Rehabilitation nursing emphasizes:
(A) Patient-centered care
(B) All of the above
(C) Functional recovery
(D) Team collaboration
50. The ultimate purpose of geriatric and rehabilitation nursing is to:
(A) Maximize health, dignity, and independence
(B) Eliminate aging
(C) Keep patients in long-term hospitalization
(D) Restrict daily activities