2.2 Older Adults Flashcards
1
Q
ABCDEs
A
Activity Breathing Circulation Diet Elimination
2
Q
Geriatric syndromes
A
Conditions that are not discrete diseases, but are common problems in the elderly
3
Q
Stress incontinence
A
Small amounts of urine lost with straining of abdominal muscles
4
Q
Urge incontinence
A
Sudden unexpected need to void moderate to large amount of urine
Overactive bladder
5
Q
Overflow incontinence
A
Small to moderate amount of urine lost without warning
May be frequent or continual
6
Q
Reflex incontinence
A
Large amount of urine lost without warning
May be episodic or continual
7
Q
Functional incontinence
A
Caused by inability to get to bathroom
Often associated with another type of incontinence
8
Q
Contributing factors to skin breakdown (5)
A
Shearing force Moisture Friction Malnutrition or dehydration Decreased muscle mass
