Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and Frameworks

Questions and Answers

What is the primary objective of the comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)?

To evaluate the nutritional status of elderly patients

To assess the rehabilitation needs and formulate a care plan (correct)

To organize social support systems for older individuals

To conduct a psychological evaluation of the elderly

Which component is NOT part of the 5Ms framework used for evaluating rehabilitation needs?

Mobility

Medication administration (correct)

What matters most

Multicomplexity

In the context of developing rehabilitation goals, the SMART framework emphasizes which of the following?

General and abstract objectives

Long-term outcomes only

Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timebound goals (correct)

Vague aspirations for patient recovery

What role does acquired disability play in rehabilitation settings?

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How does the concept of 'what matters most' contribute to rehabilitation assessments?

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Study Notes

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)

Organized method for evaluating older individuals' rehabilitation requirements.
Aims to create, oversee, and implement personalized care plans.

SMART Framework

Acronym stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timebound.
Assists in establishing clear and effective rehabilitation objectives.

Rehabilitation Tools

Various instruments utilized in rehabilitation to address and strategize for acquired disabilities.
Tools help frame and articulate the rehabilitation process effectively.

5Ms Framework

Optimal evaluation of a patient's rehabilitation needs through five key areas:
- What Matters Most: Prioritizes the patient’s personal values and goals.
- Mobility: Assesses the patient's physical movement capabilities.
- Medications: Reviews current medications affecting rehabilitation.
- Multicomplexity: Considers multiple health conditions impacting care.
- Mood/Mind: Evaluates emotional and mental well-being relevant to recovery.

Description

This quiz covers essential frameworks for evaluating and managing rehabilitation needs in older individuals, focusing on the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), SMART framework, Rehabilitation Tools, and the 5Ms framework. It aims to enhance understanding of personalized care plans and effective goal-setting in geriatric rehabilitation.