Chapter 8 - Human Needs And Human Development Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

define ageism {Ans: Prejudice and discrimination against older people.}List 5 religions and describe them {Ans: 1. Buddhism- based on teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, called Buddha. meditation, reincarnation, nirvana. 2. Christianity- beliece Jesus Christ was the son of God 3. Hinduism- dominant faith of India. reincarnation, karma, vegetarians 4. Islam- believe that Allah wants people to follow the teachings of the prophet Mohammed. Koran, pray 5 times a day facing Mecca, fast during Ramadan, do not drink alcohol or pork 5. Judaism- believe that God gave them laws through Moses and in Jewish scriptures. men wear yarmulke, rabbis, do not work or drive on Sabbath}3 ways an NA can meet emotional needs of residents and their families {Ans: 1. Listen 2. Offer support and encouragement 3. refer any problems you cannot help with to the nurse or social worker}cerebral palsy {Ans: A condition caused by brain damage around the time of birth and marked by lack of muscle control and paralysis especially in the limbs}list 4 community resources that can help residents meet their needs {Ans: 1. Ombudsman program 2. Alzheimers association 3. support groups 4. meal or transportation services}6 problems that a lack of independence