Exam Preview for 1464: Family Dynamics in Aging June 6, 2022

Family Dynamics in Aging

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. Separating the disease from your loved one is: EMDR therapy A helpful way for a caregiver to cope CBT Avoidance
2. A chronic health condition: Lasts a year or more Requires ongoing medical attention Affects activities of daily functioning (ADL’s) All of the above
3. An issue that can cause conflict in a family during the aging process is: Assuming the conversation will be easy Therapy Too many siblings Family living overseas
4. Misplacing things and not being able to retrace steps could be: Forgetfulness Grief An early sign of dementia Anxiety
5. As a caregiver for a loved one you may experience this sign of burnout: Sleeping too much Role confusion, having a hard time separating being a spouse/child from caregiving Overeating Rage
6. Sibling dynamics that may cause tension include: Difference in ideas Finances Old emotions being stirred up All of the above
7. When caregiving and trying to manage a loved one’s health condition, ____________ can help manage their mood. sleeping socializing allowing rest between simulating events adult day care
8. When addressing sibling dynamics, you should: Set an agenda Let people talk over each other Only let the older sibling speak Have a meeting without the parent
9. Support groups for caregivers can: Contribute to caregiver burnout Give and get support, create bonds, feel validated Provide skilled nursing treatment Provide psychotherapy
10. Parent’s remarrying later in life can cause conflict due to: Little support No estate Disagreeing on costs Too many kids