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What is a potential benefit of managing allergies?
What is a potential benefit of managing allergies?
How might proper nutrition contribute to overall health?
How might proper nutrition contribute to overall health?
What combination of effects can managing allergies and nutrition have?
What combination of effects can managing allergies and nutrition have?
Which of the following is a misconception regarding the impact of allergies?
Which of the following is a misconception regarding the impact of allergies?
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What is NOT a benefit associated with proper nutrition?
What is NOT a benefit associated with proper nutrition?
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What state was she found in?
What state was she found in?
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Where was she found?
Where was she found?
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Which of the following describes her condition?
Which of the following describes her condition?
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What mental state can be inferred from her weakness and lethargy?
What mental state can be inferred from her weakness and lethargy?
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What might be a potential reason for her being found weak and lethargic?
What might be a potential reason for her being found weak and lethargic?
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What is the purpose of a comprehensive geriatric assessment?
What is the purpose of a comprehensive geriatric assessment?
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Which of the following principles is NOT commonly associated with comprehensive geriatric assessment?
Which of the following principles is NOT commonly associated with comprehensive geriatric assessment?
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Which of the following factors is integral to the physical assessment approach in geriatric patients?
Which of the following factors is integral to the physical assessment approach in geriatric patients?
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What characterizes the approach to physical assessment for older adults?
What characterizes the approach to physical assessment for older adults?
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Which of the following best describes the format of a comprehensive geriatric assessment?
Which of the following best describes the format of a comprehensive geriatric assessment?
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What is one major factor contributing to the prevalence of disease mentioned?
What is one major factor contributing to the prevalence of disease mentioned?
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Which type of modifications should be considered during the assessment of disease prevalence?
Which type of modifications should be considered during the assessment of disease prevalence?
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In the context of disease, what aspect should environmental modifications address?
In the context of disease, what aspect should environmental modifications address?
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Which of the following statements best reflects the relationship between stress response and disease prevalence?
Which of the following statements best reflects the relationship between stress response and disease prevalence?
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What should be the focus of environmental modifications related to health assessment?
What should be the focus of environmental modifications related to health assessment?
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Why is touch particularly important for older individuals?
Why is touch particularly important for older individuals?
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What is a common perception about touch among patients?
What is a common perception about touch among patients?
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What does the content suggest about manifestations of caring behaviors?
What does the content suggest about manifestations of caring behaviors?
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How do older individuals generally feel about touch?
How do older individuals generally feel about touch?
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What misconception might some have about touch and older individuals?
What misconception might some have about touch and older individuals?
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What is a key consideration when modifying an approach for individuals with impairments?
What is a key consideration when modifying an approach for individuals with impairments?
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Why is it important to modify approaches for individuals with cognitive impairments?
Why is it important to modify approaches for individuals with cognitive impairments?
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Which of the following would be an inappropriate approach when working with individuals with impairments?
Which of the following would be an inappropriate approach when working with individuals with impairments?
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What could be a consequence of not adjusting an approach for cognitive impairments?
What could be a consequence of not adjusting an approach for cognitive impairments?
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What aspect is essential for effectively modifying approaches for physical impairments?
What aspect is essential for effectively modifying approaches for physical impairments?
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Study Notes
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)
- CGA is an interdisciplinary process assessing older adults using a biopsychosocial functional model
- Three underlying principles: physical, psychological, and socioeconomic factors
- Focus on functional abilities central to evaluation
- Purpose: To prevent functional decline and improve care for older adults
Tools Used in CGA
- Physical: Physical examination, nutritional assessment (BMI, MNA)
- Functional: Barthel's Index, Katz Index of Independence in ADLs, Lawton Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale, Time Up and Go (TUG)
- Socioeconomic: Financial situation, family APGAR, housing
- Psychological: Cognitive assessment (MMSE, Mini-Cog, MoCA), mood and emotion
- Medical: Review of systems, comorbidities
- Culturally sensitive: considering patients cultural and social backgrounds, avoiding stereotypes
Special Considerations for CGA
- Atypical illness presentation: altered presentation of illness in older adults
- Interrelationship between physical, psychosocial aspects of aging:
- Health conditions and disability affects functional status
- Individualized assessment: Tailoring the CGA to the individual older adult
The Interviewer
- Cultural sensitivity is critical: Be respectful and understanding, avoid stereotyping, learn about patient's culture's beliefs and practices.
- Communication is key: Use clear, concise explanations, allow time for the patient to respond, respect personal space.
- EHR use during an interview may affect communication and should be used mindfully to improve interview quality.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential elements of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), focusing on its biopsychosocial functional model. It examines the tools used in assessing older adults, including physical, functional, socioeconomic, psychological, and medical evaluations. Gain insights into preventing functional decline and improving care for older adults.
