Geriatric emergencies - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Venous stasis in an older patient creates problems such as superficial phlebitis and _______________. optionascites aneurysm deep venous thrombosis hemoptysis. - deep venous thrombosis Although more typically seen in children, _______________ can also cause serious illness in older people, especially those with lung disease or weakened immune systems. Clostridium difficilemethicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vancomycin-resistant enterococc...

TEST BANK COMPLETE; EMT-B/EMT BASIC/ EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN BASIC/EXAMS, TEST, QUIZZES| ALL CHAPTERS 26-41 ALL WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS / GUARANTEE PASS| 2023/2024 Table of Contents CHAPTER 26: 4 EMT-B CHAPTER 26 4 EMT-B CH. 26 MODULE QUIZ (BLEEDING) 16 EMT-B CH. 26 TEST (BLEEDING) 18 EMT BASIC SOFT TISSUE INJURIES CH 26 QUIZ 28 CHAPTER 27: 35 EMT-B CHAPTER 27 - FACE AND NECK INJURIES (MULTIPLE) 35 EMT BASIC QUIZ CH 27 FACE AND NECK INJURIES 42 EMT BASIC CHAPTER 27 FACE AND NECK ...

geriatric age range - -65+ why are geriatric patients more difficult - -classic presentations of illness/ injury are altered by medications, physiological changes, etc how to communicate with geriatric patients - -use their name, sir, ma'am, mr., mrs., etc. -identify yourself -be outwardly patient -look at the patient at eye level -speak slowly and distinctly, in a lower tone -one person talks at a time -do not assume they are hard of hearing -give the patient time to respond -listen...

The LEAST common cause of death in patients over 65 years of age is: A. stroke. B. diabetes. C. heart attack. D. drug overdose. - D. drug overdose. According to the GEMS diamond, a person's activities of daily living are evaluated during the: A. SAMPLE history. B. social assessment. C. medical assessment. D. environmental assessment. - B. social assessment.

Ch. 35: Geriatric Emergencies 1. Define the term geriatrics. (p 1283) - correct answer the assessment and treatment of disease in someone who is 65 or older 2. Recognize some of the special aspects of the lives of older people. (pp ) - correct answer -respect them, avoid ageism -common stereotypes: dementia, hard of hearing, and sedentary lifestyle or immobile 3. Know generational considerations when communicating with a geriatric patient. (pp ) - correct answer 1. identify yourself 2. ...

Ch. 35: Geriatric Emergencies1. Define the term geriatrics. (p 1283) - correct answer the assessment and treatment of disease in someone who is 65 or older 2. Recognize some of the special aspects of the lives of older people. (pp ) - correct answer -respect them, avoid ageism -common stereotypes: dementia, hard of hearing, and sedentary lifestyle or immobile 3. Know generational considerations when communicating with a geriatric patient. (pp ) - correct answer 1. identify yourself 2. be...

EMT Chapter 36 - Geriatric Emergencies1. To minimize distractions and confusion when assessing an older patient, you should: A. dismiss the family members from the room or area. B. have only one EMT speak to the patient at a time. C. elevate your voice and speak directly to the patient. D. perform a physical exam and then talk to the patient. - correct answer B 2. General communication techniques with the elderly include: A. using medical terms to ensure patient understanding. B. expla...

Which of the following is not one of the leading causes of death in the older population? a. heart disease b. diabetes c. AIDS d. cancer - c Geriatric patients present as a special problem for caregivers because: a. the classic presentation of disease is often altered b. geriatric patients tend not to understand their underlying conditions c. their medications are rather difficult to learn d. the typical diseases of the geriatric population are uncommon - a

Chapter 33 Geriatric Emergencies Exam Questions and Answers 100% Solved Syncope in the older patient is: A. generally of no concern unless the patient was injured. B. most commonly caused by a silent myocardial infarction. C. rarely life threatening but should be evaluated by a physician. D. caused by an interruption of blood flow to the brain. ️️The correct answer is: caused by an interruption of blood flow to the brain. Many older victims of physical abuse may make false stat...

EMT Geriatric EmergenciesWhich of the following is generally NOT acceptable when interviewing an older patient? a. Do not initiate eye contact, because geriatric patients might find this disrespectful b. Speak slowly and distinctly c. Give the patient time to respond unless the condition appears urgent d. Explain what you are doing before you do it - correct answer a. Do not initiate eye contact, because geriatric patients might find this disrespectful In contrast to younger patients, o...