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Extrinsic Risk Factors & Stages of Pressure Injuries Quiz
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Extrinsic Risk Factors & Stages of Pressure Injuries Quiz

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Which of the following is a risk factor for depression in older adults?

  • Hearing loss
  • Smoking
  • Family history
  • Genetics (APOE epsilon 4 gene) (correct)

    • Which of the following is a common symptom of depression in older adults?

  • Cognitive impairment
  • Social withdrawal
  • Somatic complaints
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which assessment tool is used to diagnose delirium?

  • PHQ-9
  • Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) (correct)
  • Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
  • Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

    • What is the first line pharmacologic intervention for delirious patients?

    <p>Antipsychotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the consequences of urinary incontinence?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) used for urinary incontinence?

    <p>Stress incontinence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is the most common, accounting for 60-70% of cases?

    <p>Alzheimer's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three Ds commonly associated with geriatrics?

    <p>Delirium, Depression, Dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is commonly associated with visual hallucinations and fluctuations in cognitive function?

    <p>Lewy body dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is commonly associated with changes in personality and behavior?

    <p>Frontotemporal dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors can predispose an individual to develop Alzheimer's?

    <p>Down's Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer's?

    <p>Lifestyle factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term may be seen as offensive by older adults due to historical implications?

    <p>Queer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medication is commonly used for life-ending care?

    <p>Both Seconal and Nembutol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Cody's original date to end her life?

    <p>May 25th (Memorial Day)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ballot measure number in Washington to legalize death with dignity?

    <p>i-1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How quickly does a patient need to consume their life-ending medication to ensure it has the desired effect?

    <p>1-1.5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Oregon legalize the Death with Dignity Act?

    <p>1997</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an extrinsic risk factor for the development of pressure injuries?

    <p>Immobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of pressure injury involves full thickness loss involving all layers of the skin?

    <p>Stage 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which marker is commonly used to assess the nutritional status of a patient?

    <p>Albumin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common organism that affects institutionalized older patients?

    <p>MRSA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the indications for hospitalization in pneumonia according to the CURB65 criteria?

    <p>Confusion, Uremia, RR &gt; 30, SBP &lt; 90, age &gt; 65</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a urinary tract infection (UTI) be treated with antibiotics?

    <p>If the patient has symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct definition of palliative care?

    <p>Specialty care for people with serious illnesses aimed at preventing and relieving suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between hospice and palliative care?

    <p>Hospice care is provided at the end of life, while palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does POLST stand for?

    <p>Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the POLST form represents resuscitation preferences?

    <p>Section A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can sign the POLST form?

    <p>Both physicians and physician assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of open-ended questions in healthcare communication?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common risk factor for the development of pressure injuries?

    <p>Immobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of pressure injury involves full thickness loss involving all layers of the skin?

    <p>Stage 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which marker is commonly used to assess the nutritional status of a patient?

    <p>Albumin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is commonly associated with visual hallucinations and fluctuations in cognitive function?

    <p>Lewy body dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first line pharmacologic intervention for delirious patients?

    <p>Haloperidol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of open-ended questions in healthcare communication?

    <p>To encourage patient engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is the most prevalent, accounting for 60-70% of cases?

    <p>Alzheimer's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT predispose an individual to develop Alzheimer's?

    <p>Lifestyle factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer's?

    <p>Genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is commonly associated with visual hallucinations and fluctuations in cognitive function?

    <p>Lewy body dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the 3Ds commonly associated with geriatrics?

    <p>Diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is the second most prevalent?

    <p>Vascular dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is commonly used for life-ending care?

    <p>Seconal and Nembutal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Cody's original date to end her life?

    <p>May 25th (Memorial Day)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ballot measure number in Washington to legalize death with dignity?

    <p>i-1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How quickly does a patient need to consume their life-ending medication to ensure it has the desired effect?

    <p>1-1.5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Oregon legalize the Death with Dignity Act?

    <p>1997</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of a patient to be able to utilize the Death with Dignity Act?

    <p>Ability to swallow medication within 1-1.5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following risk factors contribute to depressive symptoms in older adults?

    <p>Hearing loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)?

    <p>To monitor depressive symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharmacologic intervention is recommended as first-line treatment for depression in older adults?

    <p>Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first-line treatment for stress urinary incontinence?

    <p>Pelvic floor exercises (Kegels)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of urinary incontinence is characterized by uninhibited detrusor activity at inappropriately low urinary volumes?

    <p>Urge urinary incontinence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first-line treatment for overflow urinary incontinence?

    <p>Intermittent/indwelling catheterization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key aspect of palliative care?

    <p>Focusing on preventing and relieving suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between hospice and palliative care?

    <p>Hospice care is offered at the end of life, while palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form summarize?

    <p>The patient's wishes for life-sustaining treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can sign the POLST form?

    <p>Both physicians and physician assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the sections A, B, C, and D represent in the POLST form?

    <p>A: resuscitation preferences, B: full treatment, C: artificial nutrition, D: signature of patient and providers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of physician assistants (PAs) in Death with Dignity?

    <p>PAs can counsel patients on Death with Dignity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Older adults may see "Queer" as an offensive term due to historical implications.

    <p>avoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medication is used for life ending care?

    <p>Seconal and Nembutol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Cody's original date to end her life?

    <p>May 25th (memorial day)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ballot measure number in Washington to legalize death with dignity?

    <p>i -1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How quickly does a patient need to consume their life-ending medication to ensure it has the desired effect?

    <p>1-1.5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Oregon legalize the Death with Dignity Act?

    <p>1997</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of a patient to be able to utilize Death with Dignity Act?

    <p>Pt must be able to swallow medication within 1-1:30min.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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