Lecture 10 - Physio in Aged care

Question 1

goals of acute care physio

Answer 1

return to pre-morbid function
return to previous living accom
provide education and support

Question 2

Define Dementia and Delerium

Answer 2

dementia = progressive decrease in short term memory and other cognitive functions. 3rd leading cause of death in aus

delerium = acute confusional state with disturbance of cognition and attention. disorderly sleep-wake cycle

Question 3

Management of dementia and delerium

Answer 3

support - orient with clocks
education
consider enduring power of attorney for future planning

Management for delerium 
- treat cause - infection 
exclude stroke or other neuro causes 
avoid restraints
safe

Question 4

Define fall

Answer 4

a fall is an event which results in a person coming to rest inadvertently on the ground or floor or other lower level

Question 5

risk factors and management for falls

Answer 5

balance, cognitive, footwear, dizzy/vertigo, meds, vision, environment

management: balance, education, advice on walking aids

Question 6

What is ACAT

Answer 6

multi-disciplinary team provide case coordination and advocay - need ACAT to receive other packages

Question 7

what is CHSP

Answer 7

commonwealth home support program

• extra help to stay in home longer
• domestic assistance, respite, meals, day care, physio

Question 8

what is HCP

Answer 8

home care package

Question 9

define high level care

Answer 9

level 3-4 - nursing home

Question 10

define low level care

Answer 10

level 1-2 hostel

Question 11

what is the role of physio is aged care

Answer 11

provide low level cost treatment that aim to maintain or improve the functional abilities of residents
role in rehab, lifestyle