Geriatric Assessment and management

Question 1

An individual aged 65 years or older

Answer 1

Geriatric

Question 2

The inability to control bladder or bowel movements

Answer 2

Incontinence

Question 3

Common Chief Complaints of Geriatric Patients

Answer 3

Dizziness
Fatigue, weakness
Falls
Poor ability to sleep or rest
Body temperature, too hot or cold
Headache
Loss of appetite
GI problems

Question 4

“GEMS” Geriatric Assessment

Answer 4

Geriatric Patient
Environmental Assessment
Medical Assessment
Social Assessment

Question 5

The use of multiple medications at one time
4-6 medications prescribed at one time is not uncommon for patients of the geriatric population

Answer 5

Polypharmacy

Question 6

Most Common Fractures From a Fall

Answer 6

Hip or pelvic fractures

Question 7

Risk Factors For a Fall

Answer 7

In poor health
In poor living conditions
In group living conditions with less frequent monitoring
Polypharmacy
Poor reaction to medication

Question 8

Syncope

Answer 8

Indicates serious need for thorough assessment
Rule out fall secondary to syncope

Question 9

Sadness over loss of loved ones, can be exacerbated by old age

Answer 9

Bereavement

Question 10

When Interviewing a Geriatric Patient, It Is Important To…

Answer 10

Speak to them directly, not surrounding family
Use their name, not a nickname or common expression