Week 11 final exam Flashcards
1
Q
Define functional ability
A
The ability to perform activities necessary to live in modern society
2
Q
What are the three overarching domains of a functional assessment?
A
- ADLs (self care)
- iADLs (independent living)
- mobility
3
Q
Define advanced activities of daily living (AADLs)
A
Activities performed as a family member and member of society/community
4
Q
What are the typical causes of altered cognition in older adults? (3)
A
- depression
- delirium
- dementia
5
Q
What are the components of STOPHARM?
A
- Screen
- Think about risk factors
- Ominous danger signs present?
- Physical findings
- History
- Address elder abuse
- Report
- Manage with prevention
6
Q
What are the components of an ADL functional assessment?
A
- Dressing
- Eating
- Ambulating
- Toileting
- Hygiene
7
Q
What are the components of an iADL assessment?
A
- Shopping
- Housework
- Accounting
- Food prep
- Transportation
- Telephoning
- Taking meds
8
Q
What constitutes the geriatric giants?
A
- Falls
- Confusion
- Incontinence
- Polypharmacy
9
Q
What are the five I’s?
A
- Immobility
- Intellect
- Incontinence
- Iatrogenesis
- Impaired homeostasis
