Fraility Flashcards
1
Q
what are geriatric giants
A
the common presentations of different illnesses in the elderly
2
Q
name the geriatric giants
A
- incontinence
- immobility
- instability
- intellectual impairment
3
Q
common causes of sepsis in the elderly
A
chest
biliary tract
urinary
4
Q
name some activities of daily living
A
- washing, dressing
- cooking, eating
- shopping
- cleaning
5
Q
what should be included in a comprehensive geriatric assessment
A
1) medical diagnosis
2) review medications
3) social circumstances
4) assessment of mood and cognitive function
5) functional ability
6) environmental assessment
7) economic circumstances
6
Q
5 components of Fried’s phenotype of fraility
A
1) Grip strength
2) Walking speed
3) Fatigue
4) Activity levels
5) weight loss
