Ch 31. Functional Ass of Older Adult Flashcards
1
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Assessment of Cognition
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Attention Memory Orientation Language Higher cognitive functions (Ability to communicate)
2
Q
Causes for alteration in cognition
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Dementia
Delirium
Depression
3
Q
Assessment of caregiver burden
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Somatic complaints: headaches, trouble sleeping, memory, eating
Stress
Anxiety
Social isolation: so busy caring for someone so no time
Depression
Weight loss
4
Q
Risk factors for elder abuse
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Older females Limited resources Residing with family Disruptive behaviour Social isolation Caregiver financially dependent on victim
5
Q
Possible Signs of Elder Abuse
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Reluctance to leave older person alone Patient defers excessively to caregiver Delay in seeking treatment Inconsistency with reported mechanism of injury Lack of hygiene, appropriate clothing
6
Q
STOP HARM
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Screen for abuse in all older adult patients Think about risk factors Ominous danger signs present? Physical findings History Address issue of elder abuse Report to adult protective services Manage with prevention and risk factor modification
7
Q
Environmental Assessment
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Enivronmental hazards include: >Lighting >Rugs >Hallways >Cords >Lack of grab bars >Loose or low toilet seats Neighbourhood safety Transportation Basic community services
8
Q
older adults sexual health
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Importance of assessing for sexual health
Higher risk for STIs, HIV, and AIDS
Often no protection is used with older adults
9
Q
Polypharmacy
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Increased risk for inappropriate drug use, underuse of effective treatments, medication errors, poor adherence, drug–drug and drug–disease interactions, and drug reactions
