gerodontoogy

Question 1

broad definition of dementia

Answer 1

a syndrome usually of chronic or progressive nature. sees deterioration in cognitive function beyond what is normally expected of ageing

Question 2

what are the 4 main types of dementia

Answer 2

alzheimers
vascular
dementia with lewy bodies
frontotemporal

Question 3

alzheimers dementia pathophysiology - 2 characteristics

Answer 3

reduction in size of cortex
1. plaques - deposits of protein fragment beta amyloid build up in space between nerve cells
2. tangles - twisted fibres of tau protein build up inside cells

Question 4

pathophysiology of vascular dementia

Answer 4

reduced blood flow to brain which damages and eventually kills brain cells

• narrowing/ blockage of small vessels
• lots of mini strokes
• high blood pressure

Question 5

dementia with lewy bodies pathophysiology

Answer 5

deposits of abnormal protein lewy bodies inside brain cells
build up in areas of brain responsible for memory and muscle movement

Question 6

what may be the first symptoms of alzheimers

Answer 6

social withdrawal
mood disturbance

Question 7

phenotype of frailty

Answer 7

unintentional weight loss, self reported exhaustion, weakness, slower walking speed, low physical activity

Question 8

why is osteoporosis more common in women over 50

Answer 8

oestrogen withdrawal during menopause
oestrogen inhibits osteoclast activity

Question 9

what HbA1c levels are
- safe for all dental treatment
- only emergencies
- no treatment

Answer 9

• less than 7 %
• 9%
• more than 12%

Question 10

how long should elective and invasive dental treatment be delayed after a stroke

Answer 10

6 months