Falls Flashcards
1
Q
Reasons why older people fall
A
Reduced reaction time Poorer vision Sarcopenia Diminished proprioception Diminshed fitness
2
Q
Key cardiac causes of falls
A
Arrythmias Orthostatic hypotension Carotid stenosis Valvular diseases Carotid sinus syndrome
3
Q
Key neurological causes
A
Parkinson’s
Dementia
Lumbar stenosis
Peripheral neuropathy
4
Q
Common drugs which increase risk
A
Benzodiazapenes
Antihypertensives
Anticholinergics
Class 1A anti-arrythmics
5
Q
Aspects of clinical examination of falls
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Cognitive assessment Gait/balance assessment Neuro exam Postural BP, pulse, CVS Visual acuity
6
Q
Berg test
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tests balance
7
Q
Tinetti score
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Performance Orientated Mobility Assessment- assesses balance and gait
8
Q
Strongest evidence for preventing falls
A
Strength and balance training (3 times x12 weeks)
9
Q
TUG
A
Timed up and go test
