,1. Which of the following is considered a primary prevention strategy in
geriatric care?
- A) Administering vaccinations
- B) Providing physical therapy for a fall patient
- C) Performing a cardiac catheterization
- D) Initiating palliative care
- Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vaccinations prevent disease before it occurs, which is a key
aspect of primary prevention.
2. What is the most common cause of delirium in older adults?
- A) Dehydration
- B) Dementia
- C) Stroke
- D) Sleep deprivation
- Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dehydration is frequently overlooked in older adults and
can lead to confusion and delirium.
3. Which of the following tools is commonly used for assessing risk of falls
in elderly patients?
, - A) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
- B) Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- C) Timed Up and Go (TUG) test
- D) Nutritional Risk Screening (NRS)
- Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The TUG test is specifically designed to assess mobility and
fall risk.
4. The BEERS Criteria are used to:
- A) Identify safe medications for older adults
- B) Recommend medications to avoid in older adults
- C) Assess the risk of delirium
- D) Provide guidelines for physical activity
- Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BEERS Criteria highlights potentially inappropriate
medications for older adults.
5. Which of the following conditions can contribute to polypharmacy in
older adults?
- A) Chronic illnesses
- B) Social isolation
- C) Inadequate health literacy
- D) All of the above
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