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geriatric (ch 3, 28, 29, 31) Flashcards

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1
Q

altered state of consciousness

  • cognitive deficits
  • emotionally labile
  • fluctuating and acute
A

delirium

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2
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causes of delirium (I WATCH DEATH)

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Infections

Withdrawal
Acute Metabolic
Trauma
CNS Pathology
Hypoxia
Deficiencies 
Endocrinopathies
Acute vascular
Toxins/drugs
Heavy metals
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3
Q

what meds cannot be given to older adults

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benzos

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4
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Tx delirium

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  • look for underlying cause
  • frequent reorientation
  • close supervision
  • avoid restraints
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5
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loss of previous levels of cognitive, executive, and memory function in a state of full awareness

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dementia

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6
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dementia S+S

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  • personality change
  • aphasia
  • visuospatial functioning
  • level of awareness and alertness intact
  • chronic
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7
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Tx meds for dementia (2)

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cholinesterase inhibitor (prevents breakdown acetylcholine)
memantine (delays worsening)
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8
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Tx dementia

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  • avoid arguments
  • redirect/distract
  • calm environment
  • simplify tasks
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9
Q

prevention cognitive symptoms of dementia

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  • vitamins (folid acid, C, gingko, vit b12)
  • physical exercise
  • social engagement
  • manage stress
  • quit smoking
  • quit drinking
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10
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RF depression in elderly

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  • widowhood

- physical disability

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11
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assessment for depression in elderly

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geriatric depression scale

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S+S depression in elderly

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  • decreased energy
  • sleep problems
  • pain
  • weakness
  • GI disturbances
  • delusions
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S+S bipolar in elderly

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  • irritable (not euphoric)
  • paranoid (not grandiose)
  • dysphoric mania
  • pressured speech
  • flight of ideas
  • hyperactivity
  • morbid and pessimistic thought content
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Tx bipolar in elderly

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  • lithium (consider decreased renal clearance and neurotoxicity)
  • valproic acid for behavioral disturbances
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15
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possible causes psychosis

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  • delirium
  • dementia
  • depression
  • substance
  • sensory impairment
  • isolation
  • polypharamcy
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16
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most commonly abused substance in elderly

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alcohol

17
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2 classes meds that can worsen cognitive functioning in elderly

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  • benzos

- antipsychotics

18
Q

what does the pain assessment in advanced dementia scale include (5)

A
  • breathing independent of vocalization
  • negative vocalization
  • facial expression
  • body language
  • consolability
1-3 = mild pain
4-6 = moderate pain
7-10 = severe pain
19
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psychosocial theory of aging: ability of individual to adapt to changing roles predicts adjustment to aging

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role theory

20
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psychosocial theory of aging: actions, roles, and social pursuits are important for satisfactory aging

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activity theory

21
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psychosocial theory of aging: mutual withdrawal occurs between aging person and others

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disengagement theory

22
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psychosocial theory of aging: life satisfaction and activity are expressions of enduring personality traits

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continuity theory

23
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psychosocial theory of aging: individuals are viewed as members of an age group with similarities to others in the group

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age stratification theory

24
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psychosocial theory of aging: modern society devalues the contributions of elders and elders themselves

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modernization theory

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