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What is a key consideration for primary care physicians (PCPs) when it comes to frail older adults?
What is a key consideration for primary care physicians (PCPs) when it comes to frail older adults?
- Ignoring geriatric syndromes
- Prescribing multiple medications simultaneously
- Shifting focus to a goal-directed approach (correct)
- Focusing on invasive procedures and high-risk interventions
How are geriatric syndromes defined?
How are geriatric syndromes defined?
- By the presence of cognitive impairment
- By the shared risk factors associated with them (correct)
- By the age of the individual
- By the number of chronic conditions present
What is a characteristic of geriatric syndromes?
What is a characteristic of geriatric syndromes?
- They are easily resolved with medication
- They only affect one organ system
- Chief complaint represents a specific pathological condition
- They may have more than one cause and affect more than one body part (correct)
Why must frailty be considered by PCPs before proceeding with certain medical interventions?
Why must frailty be considered by PCPs before proceeding with certain medical interventions?
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What is a notable aspect of older persons according to the text?
What is a notable aspect of older persons according to the text?
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What aspect of function and healthcare needs shows wide variability in older adults?
What aspect of function and healthcare needs shows wide variability in older adults?
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How does frailty shift the focus for healthcare providers?
How does frailty shift the focus for healthcare providers?
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Why should PCPs be cautious about harmful medications in older adults?
Why should PCPs be cautious about harmful medications in older adults?
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How does frailty affect decision-making for medical interventions in older adults?
How does frailty affect decision-making for medical interventions in older adults?
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What do geriatric syndromes often involve according to the text?
What do geriatric syndromes often involve according to the text?
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