Exam Preview for 2541: The State of Caregiving: Thinking Beyond the

The State of Caregiving: Thinking Beyond the Surface to Better Address Complex and Compound Caregivers

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. As of 2020, how many caregivers in the United States provided care to a spouse, elderly parent, relative or child with special needs? 12 million 27 million 53 million 68 million
2. What proportion of the population will likely need help with tasks at some point in their lifetime? One-fourth One-third One-half Two-thirds
3. What term refers to an unpaid caregiver (e.g., family, friend, neighbor)? formal caregiver informal caregiver compound caregiver noncompound caregiver
4. What factors may put a caregiver at risk for burnout? When they have optimal support When they do not balance ongoing needs and demands When they have adequate financial resources When they have an abundance of energy
5. Formal supports refer to supports paid for through governmental organizations, insurance dollars, or paid directly by the __________. recipient / recipient’s family no other source there is no cost all of the above
6. Informal supports are ___ support from personal networks, such as family, friends, and/or neighbors. subsidized unsubsidized paid unpaid
7. Telehealth can support family caregivers with: navigating financial planning increased patient wait times decreased access to medical providers enhanced communication and coordination with the patient's healthcare team
8. Which of the following is a health benefit of a positive outlook and attitude? truncated lifespan increased rates of anxiety and depression improvements in cardiovascular health decreased quality of life
9. Which of the following might adversely impact family caregivers? improved physical health various mental health challenges improved quality of life decreased stress levels
10. What type of caregiver is known to provide care to multiple care recipients? caring caregiver conscientious caregiver compound caregiver community caregiver