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Geriatric Syndromes and Frailty in Aging Population

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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?

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?

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?

To prevent harm from invasive procedures or harmful medications (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable aspect of older persons according to the text?

Higher prevalence of multi-morbidity and geriatric syndromes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of function and healthcare needs shows wide variability in older adults?

Functional impairment (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does frailty shift the focus for healthcare providers?

Towards a goal-directed approach (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why should PCPs be cautious about harmful medications in older adults?

To prevent harm from side effects and interactions (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does frailty affect decision-making for medical interventions in older adults?

Influences the likelihood of complications (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do geriatric syndromes often involve according to the text?

Involvement of multiple body parts or systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

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