Evaluation of Learning Objectives

Gerontological Nursing

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To assess the effectiveness of the course material, we ask that you evaluate your achievement of each learning objective on a scale of A to D (A=excellent, B=good, C=fair, D=unsatisfactory). Please indicate your responses next to each learning objective and submit it as part of the course assignment.

1. Discuss chronic diseases and list the ten leading chronic conditions. (Box 1-3) A B C D
2. Describe the five sociologic theories of aging. A B C D
3. Discuss the diversity of the older population. A B C D
4. Discuss ageism. A B C D
5. List physical appearance changes to the body. A B C D
6. Describe several roles of the gerontological nurse. A B C D
7. Define durable power of attorney for health care. A B C D
8. List several ethical principles that guide health care. A B C D
9. Discuss supportive and preventative services for older adults. A B C D
10. List the five characteristics that enable nurses to engage as healers for older adults. A B C D
11. List several threats to good nutrition. A B C D
12. Discuss stress and methods to control stress. A B C D
13. List several complimentary therapies for the treatment of pain. A B C D
14. List several risks to safety in the older adult. A B C D
15. Discuss safe and effective methods of medication administration. A B C D
16. Discuss several health practices for the older adult. A B C D
17. List the effects of aging on the urinary system. A B C D
18. List the effects of aging on the nervous system. A B C D
19. Discuss cause, prevention, and treatment of pressure ulcers. A B C D
20. Discuss complimentary and alternative medicine and why it is attractive to cancer patients. A B C D
21. List the signs and symptons of depression. A B C D
22. Discuss operative and post-operative care of the older adult. A B C D
23. List the physical care challenges nurses face of the dying patient. A B C D