Strategies for Treatment in Gerontological Nursing
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What is recommended when depression is related to recent life events?

  • Education of family members
  • Social interventions (correct)
  • Individual psychotherapy only
  • Combination of antidepressants and psychotherapy
  • What is a potential preventive strategy for depression management in the older adult?

  • Barbiturates
  • L-dopa
  • Remaining supportive and encouraging (correct)
  • Methyldopa
  • What may be beneficial for many individuals experiencing depression?

  • Immunological disease treatment
  • Corticosteroids intake
  • Group psychotherapy (correct)
  • Family education
  • What is a possible protective strategy for managing depression in the elderly?

    <p>Geriatric Depression Scale assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intervention might be sufficient for depression cases related to recent life events?

    <p>Social support interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common duration for medication to reach full response in depression treatment?

    <p>12 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a treatment strategy for older adults that focuses on maintaining functional independence?

    <p>Graded assistance-functional independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a preventive strategy that uses natural compounds to reduce inflammation in the body?

    <p>Antioxidant therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of Ginkgo biloba for older adults to support cognitive function?

    <p>120 mg daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a chiropractor do if a long-standing patient appears less lucid and less concerned about filling out intake forms?

    <p>Refer the patient to a neurologist for further evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a chiropractor do if an 83-year-old patient's daughter expresses concern that the patient has been very confused for a couple of days?

    <p>Refer the patient to a neurologist for further evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a chiropractor do if they observe a gradual decline in a patient's memory over the course of several years?

    <p>Refer the patient to a neurologist for further evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment strategy for addressing cognitive dysfunction related to medication use in older adults?

    <p>Decreasing the dosage or discontinuing the medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which preventive and protective strategies are typically recommended for older adults with dementia?

    <p>Adequate sleep, stress reduction, and mental stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can chiropractic care contribute to the overall well-being of older adults with dementia?

    <p>Chiropractic care can reduce pain, improve mobility, and promote relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of case management for older adults with dementia?

    <p>Maximizing patient independence and quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the prevalence of dementia change with age?

    <p>The prevalence of dementia increases dramatically with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a leading cause of dementia in older adults?

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

    What is the primary difference between Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease has a strong genetic component, while vascular dementia is primarily caused by cardiovascular risk factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does alcohol consumption contribute to dementia in older adults?

    <p>Chronic heavy alcohol consumption increases the risk of dementia in older adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of cognitive decline in dementia?

    <p>Progressive decline in multiple areas of cognitive functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can older adults with moderate or advanced dementia present a danger to themselves?

    <p>By wandering, hostility, aggression, or psychosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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