18 Questions
What are the symptoms of delirium?
Impaired memory, inability to focus, disorientation and hallucinations
Why is identifying the underlying cause of delirium important?
To reverse the delirium before permanent damage occurs
What should a nurse do in case of elder abuse?
Continue assessing the client for evidence of possible abuse
What is a characteristic of Alzheimer's disease at the early stages?
Forgetful and repeat stories
What is the duty of a nurse in relation to dementia?
Provide cues and clear, simple instructions to decrease confusion
What does Donepezil (Aricept) help manage?
Cognitive and behavior symptoms
Which medication can be used to inhibit the synthesis of thyroid hormone?
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
What is the main form of hyperthyroidism, accounting for 50-80% of cases?
Graves' disease
Which medication combination is administered together to prevent levodopa from being metabolized too soon?
Carbidopa and levodopa
What is the surgical implantation of an electrode into the brain used for in Parkinson's disease?
Increasing dopamine release
Which medication is a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI) that increases the effects of levodopa-carbidopa?
Phenelzine
What is the most common age range for the highest frequency of hyperthyroidism occurrence?
20 to 40 years
What is the main manifestation of cranial arteritis in older adults?
Severe headache
Which medication is given to control future seizures and should be taken with food?
Phenobarbital
What is the main risk factor for seizures?
Genetic disposition
Which medication is administered to improve cognition in Parkinson's disease?
Memantine
What is the main form of thyroid cancer?
Papillary carcinoma
What is the main medication used in the treatment of hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine
Test your knowledge of delirium and elder abuse with this quiz. Assess your understanding of symptoms, causes, and interventions for delirium, as well as identifying and addressing elder abuse in vulnerable clients.
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