General Geri

Question 1

List reasons why geri data not the best in epi studies

Answer 1

-screening tools for the young
-older adults minimize symptoms
-may use different language or think symptoms are physical problems
-difficulty remembering
-changes in role functioning

Question 2

Informed consent consists of

Answer 2

-nature and purpose of tx
Risk and benefit
Alternatives
Risks and benefits to alternatives
Risk and benefit of not undergoing tx

Question 3

Negative effects of caregiving

Answer 3

Increase
burden
Rates of anxiety and depression
Sleep problems
Financial issues

Decrease
self rated health
Health promoting behaviours (high morbidity and mortality)

Question 4

Types of elder abuse in order of most common

Answer 4

Neglect
Financial
Psychological
Physical
Sexual

Question 5

How to minimize inappropriate use of antipsychotics in LTC

Answer 5

-all non pharma stuff discussed
-education to staff
-audit and feedback to clinicians
-mental health consultation teams
-public reporting of rates
-work with quality improvement teams

Reasonable goals are 20-25%