5 Questions
Which of the following is commonly associated with the development of frailty?
Sarcopenia and osteoporosis
Which tool may be useful for pharmacists in assessing frailty?
Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS)
What is a reliable marker of physiological and functional status?
Chronological age
What are the domains considered by the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) in assessing frailty?
Comorbidities, function, and cognition
What is characterized by increased vulnerability to external stressors such as acute illness, injury or psychological stress?
'Frailty'
Study Notes
Frailty Development
- Chronic disease is commonly associated with the development of frailty.
Assessing Frailty
- The Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS) is a tool that may be useful for pharmacists in assessing frailty.
Physiological and Functional Status
- Grip strength is a reliable marker of physiological and functional status.
Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS)
- The CFS assesses frailty across seven domains: comorbidity, cognitive function, mood, mobility, functional ability, social support, and medical fitness.
Definition of Frailty
- Frailty is characterized by increased vulnerability to external stressors such as acute illness, injury, or psychological stress.
Test your knowledge on the definition, associated diseases, measuring techniques, and treatment of frailty. Learn about the various aspects of frailty and its impact on physiological and functional status.
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