Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
What components make up a comprehensive geriatric assessment?
A
Functional e.g. ADL, gait, balance
Medical - problem list, co-morbidity, medication review, nutrition
Psychological - cognitive function, mood testing
Spiritual
Social/ Environment
2
Q
How might the pathophysiology of sepsis vary in an older person compared to a younger person?
A
BP may drop early (esp if on antihypertensive) Temp low (not high) Tachycardiac response may be absent Delirum CRP and WCC might not rise Fluid balance might be hard
3
Q
Why should antibiotics be targeted in older people with sepsis?
A
Higher risk of C. diff
4
Q
What are the 4C antibiotics?
A
clindamycin
cephalosporins
co-amoxiclav
ciprofloxacin
5
Q
How can co-codamol cause urinary incontinence?
A
By causing constipation
