Psychology of Aging Multiple Choice Questions

Question 12 ptsNational survey data reveals that the majority of older adults cite this as the most common factor for determining when they will retire:Group of answer choicesfinancial resourcesquality of healthjob satisfactionmore time with their spouseFlag question: Question 2Question 22 ptsIndividuals who participate in a “blurred” exit pattern from the workforce are likely to:Group of answer choiceshave limited financial resourcesbe younger than 65accept government-sponsored subsidies.be in relatively good healthFlag question: Question 3Question 32 ptsA key feature of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is:Group of answer choicesEliminating negative attitudes toward older or unskilled workersprotection for workers older than 40 from discriminationincreasing the full retirement age to 67helping older workers overcome age-related deficitsFlag question: Question 4Question 42 ptsWhich of the following is FALSE regarding ageism?Group of answer choicesAgeism includes discrimination of the elderly based on their skin color or genderLanguage and word use can constitute ageismAgeism is a relatively old term, first coined in 1969Ageism includes the attitudes that older adults hold of themselvesFlag question: Question 5Question 52 ptsAccording to our text, retirement planning begins when:Group of answer choiceswhen individuals stop working for paywhen individuals begin drawing retirement benefits from the stateindividuals first create “imagined futures” involving retirementwhen individuals begin actively saving money for retirementFlag question: Question 6Question 62 ptsWhich of the following has been shown to significantly increase the likelihood of retirement for middle-aged men and women?Group of answer choicessevere sensory deficitsdepressiona justification biaslargely intact cognitive functioning.Flag question: Question 7Question 72 ptsBea Jones’s spouse of 40 years died suddenly. To cope with her feelings of loss and sadness following this tragic event, Bea engages in “conversations” with her spouse as if he were still alive and physically with her. Bea’s actions fall within which model of adjustment as outlined in our text?Group of answer choicescontinuing bondsdual processcommon reactionscomplex associationFlag question: Question 8Question 82 ptsAs discussed in our text, _____ of widows in the first year of widowhood met the diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorder.Group of answer choices10%33%62%22%Flag question: Question 9Question 92 ptsAccording to Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, which of the following is NOT one of the five stages that dying a person experiences?Group of answer choicesNegotiationAngerDenialAcceptanceFlag question: Question 10Question 102 ptsPhysician-assisted suicide can best be described as:Group of answer choicesa federal mandate limiting physicians’ roles in end-of-life care for terminally ill patientsa practice that is legal or tolerated in many countriesthe deliberate termination of life carried out by a physiciana practice broadly endorsed by a variety of religious groupsFlag question: Question 11Question 112 ptsWhich statement about Palliative care is TRUE:Group of answer choicesPalliative care provides services and resources for the person who is sick, but does include services for family members.There is no change in health outcomes for those using palliative care compared to those who do not use it.Palliative care is focused on treatment of any conditions that are life-limiting at any point in the disease trajectory.Palliative care focuses on medical treatment for the elderly who may be separated from family members.Flag question: Question 12Question 122 ptsAn example of financial capital is:Group of answer choicesIncomeEmployment opportunitiesValuesSocial networksFlag question: Question 13Question 132 ptsThe concept that looking at a person’s experiences through one piece of their identity (i.e., gender or race) is not sufficient, is known as:Group of answer choicesRole theoryRole integrationMultiple identitiesIntersectionalityFlag question: Question 14Question 142 ptsAn example of cultural capital is:Group of answer choicesValues and traditions passed downSocial networksEmployment opportunitiesIncomeFlag question: Question 15Question 152 ptsWhat percentage of older adults report having same sex partners?Group of answer choices1%6%2.5%5%Flag question: Question 16Question 162 ptsWhich of the following is an example of a microaggression toward an older adult?Group of answer choicestalking respectfullyspeaking quicklyasking about the person’s familyspeaking loudly and slowlyFlag question: Question 17Question 172 ptsThe concept that looking at a person’s experiences through one piece of their identity (i.e., gender or race) is not sufficient, is known as:Group of answer choicesRole theoryIntersectionalityRole integrationMultiple identitiesFlag question: Question 18Question 182 ptsWhat factors influence one’s generalized resistance resources (GRR)?Group of answer choicescoping methods used to navigate stressstress-related growthall of the theseresilience to adapt to changesFlag question: Question 19Question 192 ptsWhich of the following factors may contribute to development of chronic health problems among ethnic minority older adults?Group of answer choicesLack of family supportPoor health habitsLack of appropriate medical careA lifetime of segregation and minority stressFlag question: Question 20Question 202 ptsWhich of the following is an example of a microaggression toward an older adult?Group of answer choicesspeaking loudly and slowlyspeaking quicklytalking respectfullyasking about the person’s familyFlag question: Question 21Question 212 ptsRegarding elder abuse, which area of abuse has the highest prevalence?Group of answer choicesFinancialPhysical abuseNeglectEmotional abuseFlag question: Question 22Question 222 ptsFrequent ethical/legal decisions faced by older adults include all of the following except:Group of answer choicesFinancial decision makingDriving abilityAbility to terminate a relationshipMedical decision makingFlag question: Question 23Question 232 ptsWhich of the following is FALSE regarding the elderly and driving?Group of answer choicesA physician-generated report to the DMV leads to an automatic loss of one’s driver’s license.Often, the decision to stop driving is made abruptly after a physician recommendation.A driving evaluation includes both a medical and a psychological exam.Family members may file a report with the DMV to trigger a reexamination of a person’s driving ability.Flag question: Question 24Question 242 ptsWhat is the most common reason cited for not completing an advance directive?Group of answer choicesLack of awarenessLack of interestLack of timeLack of understanding of end of life decisionsFlag question: Question 25Question 252 ptsApproximately what % of adults who are older than 65 years of age receive services in nursing home or long-term care settings, assisted living, or retirement communities?Group of answer choices14%67%92%25%