15 Questions
What are the six nonspecific presentations of disease in older adults?
Altered mental status, weight loss, fatigue, dizziness, falls, and fever
What is delirium and what is its association with inpatient hospital admission?
Delirium is a common presentation of disease and is associated with adverse outcomes after inpatient hospital admission
What are some common infectious causes of delirium in older adults?
Respiratory infections, urine infections, and skin infections
What is the definition of unintentional weight loss in older adults?
Unintentional weight loss of more than 5% within a year
What are the three causes of weight loss in older adults?
Social, psychological, and medical
What is the most common side effect of cancer treatment?
Fatigue
What is the most common symptom of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
Fatigue
What is the most common cause of vertigo?
BPPV
What is the leading cause of accidental deaths in older adults?
Falls
What is the most common physiological contributor to falls in older adults?
Cardiac disease
What is the most common cause of nonspecific dizziness symptoms?
Hyperventilation
What is the recommended screening for all patients older than 65 years?
Screening for a history of falling in the last year
What is the typical presentation of GERD in younger persons?
Postprandial burning with residing
What is the atypical presentation of appendicitis in older persons?
Decreased bowel sounds
What is the most common symptom of UTI in older persons?
Altered mental status
Test your knowledge of non-specific clinical presentations of diseases in the elderly population with this quiz based on the "Geriatics 4" team notes by Dr. Juliene S. Ereno. Learn about the early and only manifestations of diseases in old age, including altered mental status, weight loss, fatigue, falls, dizziness, and functional decline. This quiz is perfect for medical professionals and students interested in geriatrics and the unique healthcare needs of older patients.
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