The majority of older persons have at least one chronic condition ...

[jayhills49]

The majority of older persons have at least one chronic condition and many have multiple conditions. From 2009 to 2011, what was the most frequently occurring condition of the elderly?
 
  A) Arthritis
  B) Cancer
  C) Diabetes
  D) Hypertension

Question 2

When looking at disabilities in the older population, which statement, as of 2011, is true and would direct the nurse in planning interventions to assist with optimizing independence in this age group?
 
  A) Older men report more disabilities than do older women.
  B) 38 of older men report at least one disability.
  C) Over one third of older adults reported at least one severe disability.
  D) Women are more likely to have at least one severe disability.

[jaygar71]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
From 2009 to 2011, the most frequently occurring conditions of the elderly included hypertension (72.0); diagnosed arthritis (51.0); all types of heart disease (31.0); any cancer (24.0); and diabetes (20.0).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
In 2011, 35 of older men and 38 of older women reported having at least one disability, and over one third reported at least one severe disability.