Geriatrics Flashcards
1
Q
MC post op complication for geriatrics
A
Delirium
2
Q
how many days of immobility until there is functional decline
A
2d
3
Q
What is an independant preoperative predictor of outcomes for geriatrics following non emergent surgery
A
impaired sensorium
4
Q
3 ways disease processes present differently in elderly
A
muted pain responses
signs of inflammation absent
inc incidence of advanced disease
5
Q
Main risk factor for elderly delirium
secondary?
A
dementia
depression
6
Q
6 RFs for delirium
A
renal insuff, polypharm, substance abuse, dementia, cognitive imp, sensory deficit, severe illness
7
Q
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