Chapter 27: Caring for Older AdultsDuring Illness Flashcards
what is atypical presentation?
- Signs and symptoms of disease differ from what is expected
- Especially common in cognitively impaired
-Adverse effects of medications
what is geriatric syndrome?
conditions that do not fit a specific disease category
ex: falls, malnutrition
what is Frailty?
triad of sarcopenia, immune and neuroendocrine dysregulation
Which statement about illness in the older adult population is true?
A. Acute conditions account for majority of health care needs.
B. Chronic conditions have a minimal effect on quality of life.
C. Health care needs are affected by multiple interacting conditions. *
D. Psychosocial consequences of illness have a minimal impact on the older adult.
What is palliative care?
prevent and relieve suffering and support best possible quality of life for the older adult and his or her family regardless of the stage of disease
what is hospice care?
usually when theres only about 3 months of life left
what conditions call for palliative care?
Cancer
Dementia
Heart Failure
COPD
Parkinson’s Disease
what is the most common chronic condition?
DM
What is the leading cause of hospitalization and readmission above the age of 65?
HF
