Module 17

Question 1

Poor maintenance of home, poor personal care, and dietary neglect or all possible indications of… Elder abuse.

Answer 1

Physical

Question 2

Blood levels of medication’s may rise in the elderly, sometimes to toxic levels. This is mostly due to…

Answer 2

Renal insufficiency

Question 3

Osteoporosis is most accurately defined as…

Answer 3

A decrease in the density of a bone

Question 4

The most effective way to monitor in elderly patients level of consciousness is to…

Answer 4

Frequently converse with him or her

Question 5

Which of the following observations or statements represents the E in the GEMS diamond?

Answer 5

The patient’s residence is cold due to a malfunctioning heater

Question 6

A specific legal document that directs relatives and caregivers regarding the medical treatment that may be given to patients who cannot speak for themselves is called a/an …

Answer 6

Advance directive

Question 7

When documenting a case of suspected elder abuse, it is most important for the EMT-B to…

Answer 7

Avoid documenting any unsupported opinions

Question 8

When assessing an elderly patient who has multiple bruises in various stages of healing, the EMT-B should do all the following except…

Answer 8

Accuse a caregiver of physical abuse

Question 9

When faced with a situation in which an elderly patient with a terminal illness is in cardiac arrest, but written documentation regarding the patient’s wishes cannot be located, the EMT-B should…

Answer 9

Attempt to resuscitate the patient

Question 10

The most effective way to gain an elderly patient’s trust and confidence is to…

Answer 10

Treat the patient with respect and explain what you’re doing

Question 11

Which of the following individuals would be the least likely victims of elder abuse?

Answer 11

A self-sufficient 78-year-old male

Question 12

To obtain an accurate medical history when assessing an elderly patient, the EMT-B must…

Answer 12

Be patient and have effective communication skills

Question 13

You are dispatched to a residence for an elderly female who fell. When you arrive, you find the patient conscious, lying in a recumbent position on the floor in her living room. In addition to providing the appropriate treatment, you should ask the patient if…

Answer 13

She became dizzy or fainted before falling

Question 14

An elderly patient may understate or minimize the symptoms of his or her illness because…

Answer 14

He or she fears hospitalization

Question 15

Because of the complexity of the geriatric patient and the vagueness of his or her complaint, you should…

Answer 15

Attempt to differentiate between chronic and acute problems

Question 16

The chief component of connective tissues and bones that deteriorate as people age is called…

Answer 16

Collagen

Question 17

You are dispatched to a skilled nursing care facility for an 80 year old female with abnormal behavior. The patient is clearly confused and ask you if you are her husband. As your partner administers oxygen to the patient, you should…

Answer 17

Determine the patient’s baseline mental status

Question 18

Patients who have experienced even minor appearing head injuries should be suspected of having a brain injury, especially if they…

Answer 18

Are taking blood thinning medication’s

Question 19

You are dispatched to a 73-year-old female with a syncopal episode while watching TV. She is now conscious, but is diaphoretic, tachycardic, and hypotensive. Your assessment reveals abdominal tenderness and a pulsating mass in the left of her umbilicus. You should be most suspicious for a/an…

Answer 19

Aortic aneurysm

Question 20

Which of the following statements regarding a decreased level of consciousness (LOC) in the elderly patient is most correct?

Answer 20

A decreased level of consciousness is not a normal part of the aging process