Attitudes to older people Flashcards
1
Q
What are the geriatric giants?
A
Instability Immobility Intellectual impairment Incontinence Falls Loss Weight Oral intake reduced Confusion Social admissions - not coping
2
Q
Reasons for non-specific presentations in geriatrics
A
Homeostatic/system failure Exaccerbated by multiple pathologies Differential challenges (poverty, poor housing, social isolation)
3
Q
Special factors in HCOLL medicine (4)
A
Polypharmacy
Social network
Care details
Holistic care plan e.g. including nutrition
