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Physiologic Effects Of Aging Flashcards

1
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Effect of aging on FRC

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Increased

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Effect of aging on baroreceptor sensitivity

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Decreases

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3
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Effect of aging on FEV1

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Decreases at 30cc/year

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Effect of aging on CO

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Decreases. CO during exercise is more dependent on SV with aging as HR decreases

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5
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Digitalis toxicity in elderly is commonly secondary to what?

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Impaired renal function

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Effect of aging on PCO2

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No change

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What 2 medications are preferred for treatment of depression in elderly

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Trazodone and SSRIs

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8
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Effect of aging on VO2max

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Decreases

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Why is there increased risk of Orthostatic hypotension with aging?

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Decreased baroreceptor sensitivity, decreased reflex tachycardia with position change

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10
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Which TCA is preferred for treatment of depression in elderly, and why?

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Nortriptyline due to less anticholinergic effects, decreased sedation effect and less orthostatic hypotension

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Effect of aging on RV

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Increased

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12
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Effect of aging on EF

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Decreases

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13
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Effect of aging on number of motor units

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Decreased

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14
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Which medication is preferred in treatment of agitation in the elderly?

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Amitriptyline

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15
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Effect of endurance training on type II fibers

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Type II fibers become more aerobic with endurance training

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16
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Effect of aging on LV End systolic volume

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Increases

17
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Effect of aging on TLC

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No change

18
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Effect of aging on fat

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Increased - 15% increase at age 30; 30% increase at age 80

19
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Effect of aging on VC

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Decreased VC

20
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Effect of aging on medications

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Increased retention of fat-soluble medications

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