Elderly - Frailty Flashcards
1
Q
Why are people getting older?
A
- Increased resource availability
- Better economic conditions
- Improved screening programs with earlier diagnosis and treatment
- Better outcomes following major events (I.e. Cardiac, Stroke & Surgery)
2
Q
What are the consequences of people living longer?
A
- More people survive a major event
- More people have several co-morbid conditions
3
Q
What is the difference between Primary and Secondary ageing?
A
Primary - Innate biological factors
Secondary - Lifestyle factors
4
Q
What are the 3 main theories of ageing?
A
Stochastic (Cumulative damage)
Programmed (Changes in gene expression)
Homeostatic Failure
5
Q
What is dyshomeostasis?
A
A failure of physiology’s ability to maintain a steady state.
Frailty is effectively progressive dyshomeostasis.
6
Q
What are frailty syndromes?
A
Falls
Delirium
Immobility
Incontinence
