39 Questions
Which of the following is a sign that it might be time for assisted living according to the text?
Noticeable weight gain
What is considered a part of activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)?
Shopping and managing medications
What might noticeable weight loss indicate according to the text?
Depression or cancer
What can a sudden change in personal hygiene habits indicate according to the text?
Physical ailments
Which of the following indicates signs of active friendships according to the text?
Talking about others or keeping a calendar of appointments
What is the main reason why older eyes are more susceptible to cataracts, glaucoma, and other vision problems?
Increased likelihood of developing eye diseases
Why is it important for elderly individuals to have regular hearing tests?
To detect gradual hearing loss that the individual may not realize
Why is it important for family members to educate themselves about the drugs their elderly relatives are taking?
To understand the possible side effects of the drugs
What is the main reason why drinking and driving is particularly dangerous for elderly individuals?
Alcohol remains in their system longer as they age
What should family members pay attention to when accompanying their elderly relative on an outing to determine if there are signs of driving problems?
The level of comfort and awareness displayed by the elderly driver
What has been shown to be as effective as 20 minutes of counselling?
Five minutes of advice
Why is giving up driving a difficult transition for many older adults?
It raises daunting practical problems and represents another loss at a time of life already buffeted by major losses
What factors can elevate the risk for older drivers according to the text?
Physical and mental impairments that accompany aging, and vision impairment
What is the primary care setting seen as for offering brief interventions?
The most promising location to offer brief interventions
What is not a predictor for poor driving skills according to experts?
Age alone
What is the main purpose of scheduling return appointments or referral to the practice nurse?
To provide additional support or follow-up for patients at risk of alcohol-related conditions
Which of the following is NOT a recommended target group for brief interventions?
Patients seeking emergency contraception
Which of the following components has been shown to decrease drinking according to the text?
Feedback linking the client's drinking to his/her health issues
What type of interventions are described as the most effective according to the text?
Client-centered and non-confrontational
What is the significance of the structured element of brief advice according to the text?
Allows the GP to gather and impart information in a short period of time
What is a potential sign of cognitive trouble, according to the text?
Unopened personal mail
What might be a reason for someone spending days without leaving the house, according to the text?
Physical disability preventing transportation
What does finding nicks or dents on the car suggest, according to the text?
The person is careless about their driving
What does finding multiples of the same item in the kitchen suggest, according to the text?
The person may be experiencing cognitive decline
What does discovering thank-you messages from charities in the mail indicate, according to the text?
The person is vulnerable to scammers
What might a discharged fire extinguisher near the stove indicate?
There have been accidental fires in the kitchen
Why might clutter be more worrisome in a neatnik than in a chronic slob?
It indicates a change in physical or mental abilities
What could an inability to throw anything away indicate?
Neurological or physical issue
Why might an overlooked bathroom in terms of cleanliness be concerning?
It indicates a lack of follow-through to tidy up
Why might newspapers in the bushes or mail piled up in the mailbox be an indication that someone needs assisted living?
The person doesn't even retrieve essential items regularly
What might a social worker or professional geriatric care manager do during a home visit?
Conduct a formal assessment of the home
What could be a major sign that it's time to start looking at other care options?
The caregiver's own exhaustion
In what situation might emotional well-being tip the scales toward a move for an older adult?
When the loved one is lonely and anxious
What should a caregiver do before raising concerns about moving from a beloved home?
Explore in-home care options
What might be an appropriate way to pitch a home assessment visit to an older adult?
Describe it as a professional second opinion
What kind of concerns might the loved one's primary doctor be able to address?
Home safety concerns
What role might the caregiver's exhaustion play in deciding whether to keep the older adult at home?
It can be a gauge of the older adult's decline in ability to care for themselves
When is it appropriate to broach the subject of where to live with the older adult?
When everyone else is pressuring for a move
What is one of the concerns you might want to find out about the older adult before starting the conversation about moving or staying?
Their fear of being alone
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