Exam Preview for 3656: Introduction: Defining the Concept of Aging

Introduction: Defining the Concept of Aging in Place

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1. Which qualifier is NOT included in the CDC's definition on aging in place (2013)? Independently Comfortably Safely Confidently
2. According to AARP (2014), approximately which percentage of older adults want to stay in their current homes as they age? 55% 87% 72% 39%
3. Which personal theme is NOT related to the concept of aging in place? Autonomy Security Dependence Familiarity
4. What is the PRIMARY intention of traditional long-term care services and supports? Engage older adults in the process of caring for themselves Deliver necessary medical care to address older adult's health needs Offer caregiving jobs in the community Provide external non-medical support to address older adults' care needs
5. Approximately which percentage of long-term care occurs in residential care facilities rather than in older adults homes and communities? 20% 50% 75% 80%
6. Which is NOT a service or support provided by traditional long-term care? Home companions Transportation assistance Wound care Personal care
7. Which is NOT a barrier related to the supply of traditional long-term care? Affordable out-of-pocket fees Waiting lists Inaccessible Medicaid programs Limited availability of formal caregivers
8. Which health care profession is MOST skilled at determining each older adults' personal and environmental strengths and barriers in order to maximize independence and safety in daily activities? Occupational therapy Physical therapy Social work Nursing
9. What is the BEST outcome of occupational therapy interventions for aging in place? Recruiting caregivers that "do for" older adults Enrolling older adults in meal delivery programs Determining strategies that allow older adults to "do for themselves" Enhancing home safety and restricting community participation
10. In order to engage older adults' in solutions for aging in place, what is the occupational therapy process centered on? Education Problem solving Skills training All of the above