Misc Flashcards
1
Q
What are 2 key features of palliative care?
A
- holistic approach
- individualised care
- patient and family are central
- multidisciplinary approach
2
Q
Which health professional provides the majority of palliative care to COPD patients?
A
GP
Hospital doctor
District nurse
COPD nurse
3
Q
Suggest a reason why COPD patients may struggle to access formal palliative care.
A
- The availability of specialist care is limited
- COPD has an unpredictable illness trajectory so it may be hard to tell when palliative care is needed
- It is difficult to discuss prognosis with patients as COPD is not classed as a terminal illness
- Patients often have a poor understanding of COPD and its implications
4
Q
What questionnaire is used to asses depression?
A
PHQ-9
5
Q
Non pharmacological treatments of depression (not lifestyle)
A
CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), interpersonal therapy
6
Q
Give an example of an SSRI, describe their mechanism of action
A
Eg: Sertraline, Fluoxetine
They block serotonin uptake in the brain, prolonging its action
