Pre-Placment

Question 1

Frailty

Answer 1

“An increased state of vulnerability to poor resolution of homeostasis after a stressor event, which increases the risk of adverse outcomes”

Question 2

Phenotype (Fried)

Answer 2

1. Unintentional weight loss
2. Self reported exhaustion
3. Low energy expenditure
4. Slow gait speed
5. Weak grip strength

3 or more = frail

Question 3

Cumulative deficit model (CSHA)

Answer 3

30 variables

The more deficits, the frailer the person

Question 4

Geriatric Giants

Answer 4

Immobility
Incontinence
Delirium
Falls

Question 5

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

Answer 5

Medical diagnoses 
Review of medications 
Social circumstances 
Cognition and mood
Functional ability 
Environmental assessment 
Economic circumstances