Geriatric Assessment Flashcards
High-dose flu vaccines are recommended for adults over:
- A) 50 years old
- B) 60 years old
- C) 65 years old
- D) 70 years old
D) 65 years old
Which of the following is a tool used to assess cognitive decline?**
A) MoCA
B) Snellen chart
C) BMI calculation
D) Timed Up and Go
Answer: A) MoCA
What does the Mini-Cog test assess?
A) Mobility
B) Cognitive function
C) Hearing
D) Nutritional status
Answer: B) Cognitive function
Which tool is commonly used for early detection of dementia?
A) Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
B) Timed Up and Go
C) Snellen chart
D) Whisper test
Answer: A) Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
What is a primary purpose of cognitive assessment in older adults?
A) Detect early cognitive decline
B) Improve mobility
C) Check for hearing issues
D) Assess weight loss
Answer: A) Detect early cognitive decline
What is a primary purpose of the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)?
A) To conduct a full physical exam
B) To update preventive care plans
C) To check blood glucose levels
D) To prescribe medications
Answer: B) To update preventive care plans
Which of the following is included in a Medicare AWV?
A) A complete physical exam
B) A risk assessment
C) Only a vision test
D) A hearing test
Answer: B) A risk assessment
Which section of the Medicare AWV includes assessing ADLs and IADLs?
A) History section
B) Physical examination
C) Assessment section
D) Counseling section
Answer: C) Assessment section
What is required before an older adult can receive their first Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)?
A) At least 6 months on Medicare Part B
B) 12 months or more on Medicare Part B
C) A history of chronic disease
D) The patient must be over 75
Answer: B) 12 months or more on Medicare Part B
Which of the following is NOT typically included in a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)?
A) Cognitive function screening
B) Fall risk assessment
C) Blood work
D) Advanced directives discussion
Answer: C) Blood work
What does Medicare Part B cover in relation to the Annual Wellness Visit?
A) Full physical examination
B) Diagnostic testing
C) Risk assessments and preventive care plans
D) Only prescription medications
Answer: C) Risk assessments and preventive care plans
Which of the following should be included in the history section of a Medicare AWV?
A) Family history of diseases
B) Full physical examination
C) Cognitive testing
D) TUG test
Answer: A) Family history of diseases
A key component of the assessment section of the Medicare AWV is:
A) Measuring BMI and blood pressure
B) Ordering diagnostic tests
C) Advanced directives
D) Assessing patient’s exercise routine
Answer: A) Measuring BMI and blood pressure
What should be discussed in the orders and counseling section of the Medicare AWV?
A) Current medications
B) Surgical history
C) Preventive screenings and referrals
D) Past immunizations
Answer: C) Preventive screenings and referrals
What is the purpose of the cognitive assessment in the Medicare AWV?
A) Identify patients with hypertension
B) Check for early signs of cognitive decline
C) Measure BMI
D) Diagnose hearing loss
Answer: B) Check for early signs of cognitive decline
Which is a valid reason to delay or defer a Medicare AWV?
A) The patient is under 65
B) The patient has been on Medicare Part B for less than 12 months
C) The patient has had a recent fall
D) The patient does not take medications
Answer: B) The patient has been on Medicare Part B for less than 12 months
Which section of the Medicare AWV involves creating a personalized prevention plan for the next 5 to 10 years?
A) History
B) Assessment
C) Orders and counseling
D) Physical examination
Answer: C) Orders
and counseling
What is a major goal of the Medicare AWV?
A) To prescribe new medications
B) To manage chronic disease
C) To prevent the development of new diseases
D) To perform diagnostic procedures
Answer: C) To prevent the development of new diseases
The subsequent Medicare AWV after the initial visit focuses on:**
A) Performing a new physical exam
B) Re-assessing the patient’s risk factors and updating preventive plans
C) Conducting lab tests
D) Referring patients to specialists
Answer: B) Re-assessing the patient’s risk factors and updating preventive plans
Which of the following sections is NOT part of the Medicare AWV?
A) Health risk assessment
B) Weight management plan
C) Medication management
D) Surgical history
Answer: D) Surgical history
Which of the following questions is part of the fall risk assessment in the Medicare AWV?**
A) How many cigarettes do you smoke per day?
B) Have you fallen in the past year?
C) Do you have a family history of cancer?
D) How long do you exercise daily?
Answer: B) Have you fallen in the past year?
A complete list of what must be included in a Medicare AWV?
A) Medical and surgical history
B) Current medications and supplements
C) Exercise preferences
D) Patient’s surgical interventions
Answer: B) Current medications and supplements
The demographic data section of the Medicare AWV is used to collect:
A) Patient’s address and contact details
B) Socioeconomic status
C) Patient’s self-assessment of their health
D) History of falls
Answer: C) Patient’s self-assessment of their health
What is the benefit of the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) for healthcare providers?
A) It is a quick method for diagnosing chronic diseases
B) It helps in early identification and prevention of health issues
C) It provides reimbursement only for diagnostic tests
D) It involves no administrative work
Answer: B) It helps in early identification and prevention of health issues
