Which are (is) risk factors for vascular dementia (VaD) after a ...

[daltonest1984]

Which are (is) risk factors for vascular dementia (VaD) after a stroke?
 
  a. Smoking
  b. Male sex
  c. Hypertension
  d. Advancing age
  e. Hyperlipidemia
  f. African American

Question 2

Which is a true statement about nutrition for older adults?
 
  a. The older person should be encouraged to practice strict controls on cholesterol intake to ensure protection against heart disease.
  b. Transportation can be a critical factor in nutritional insufficiency in elders.
  c. Soul food is a concern primarily for African American culture.
  d. There are no government programs to promote congregate dining among elders.

[prumorgan]

Answer to Question 1

A, C, E

a. Correct. Smoking is a risk factor for VaD after a stroke.
b. Incorrect. Male sex is a risk factor for VaD.
c. Correct. Hypertension is a risk factor for VaD after a stroke.
d. Incorrect. Advancing age is a risk factor for VaD.
e. Correct. Hyperlipidemia is a risk factor for VaD after a stroke.
f. Incorrect. African American ancestry is a risk factor for VaD.

Answer to Question 2

B

Feedback
A Incorrect. Cholesterol phobia, or excessive concern over cholesterol control, can contribute to malnutrition in older adults.
B Correct. Older persons often have difficulty in obtaining adequate transportation to remote supermarkets and may choose lighter-weight but less nutritious food items rather than heavy fresh fruits and vegetables.
C Incorrect. Every culture has some particular foods and ways of preparing food that can bring great comfort for a person raised in that culture.
D Incorrect. Title VII of the Older Americans Act provides funding for outreach centers that serve social meals open to all elders regardless of ability to pay.