Frailty

Question 1

frailty

Answer 1

age related clinical state of increased vulnerability and decreased ability to maintain homeostasis

Question 2

what does frailty cause a decline in

Answer 2

fxnal reserves across multiple systems

independence and fxnal capacity with energy loss, vigor, and weight loss

Question 3

does frailty happen to everyone

Answer 3

no

not inevitable

Question 4

how do we know if an older adult is frail

Answer 4

3 or more of the following
-unintentional weight loss
-self reported exhaustion
-weakness
-slow walking speed
-low physical activity

Question 5

unintentional weight loss

Answer 5

more than 10 lbs in last year

Question 6

weakness

Answer 6

grip strength

males < 30 kgs

females <18 kgs

Question 7

slow walking speed

Answer 7

< 0.65 m/s for 15 ft

Question 8

low physical activity

Answer 8

< 150 min of moderate intensity exercise a week

Question 9

causes of frailty (1)

Answer 9

cognitive deficits

sensory deficits

ploypharmacy

dehydration

malnutrition

Question 10

causes of frailty (2)

Answer 10

mm weakness

impaired CV status

kyphosis

poor eyesight