Frailty - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Chapter 1 Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness 1. In 2010, the revised Standards and Scope of Gerontological Nursing Practice was published. The nurse would use these standards to: a. promote the practice of gerontologic nursing within the acute care setting. b. define the concepts and dimensions of gerontologic nursing practice. c. elevate the practice of gerontologic nursing. d. incorporate suggested interventions from others who practice gerontologic nursing. ANS: D ...

Muscoloskeletal Conditions and Disorders discussed in Chapter 3 are: - correct answer1. Low back pain (ie Disorder of the Spine and Associated Musculature) 2. Posture Conditions (ie Disorder of the Spine and Associated Musculature) 3. Osteoporosis and Osteopenia (Disorders of the Skeletal system) 4. Osteoarthritis (Disorder of Joint Structures) 5. Joint Disorders (Disorder of Joint Structures) 6. Joint replacements (Disorder of Joint Structures) 7. Frailty (Disorder of the Muscular System)...

What are the physiological changes of aging - ANSWER 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems 2.Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust 3. Changes in the sympathetic response 4. Impaired immunological function- infection risk is greater and autoimmune diseases are more prevalent. What factors influence lab value interpretation in the older adult - ANSWER 1. physiological changes with aging 2. the prevalence of chronic disease 3. changes in nutritional and fluid in...

Final Exam (includes outline & practice questions) T/F Decreased size, number of cells in CNS (gyral atrophy), Ventricular dilation, and cerebral metabolic rate of O2 utilization decline are normal processes of aging in CNS. - ANSWERSTrue T/F Cortical neuronal loss is part of normal aging. - ANSWERSFalse! - not part of normal aging Areas where there is neuronal loss - ANSWERSThalamus, straitum, basal forebrain, hippocampus T/F Not all older adults are frail and not all fra...

NRNP 6540 Midterm EXAM ( A+ GRADED 100 % VERIFIED) What are the physiological changes of aging - ANS 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems 2.Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust 3. Changes in the sympathetic response 4. Impaired immunological function- infection risk is greater and autoimmune diseases are more prevalent. What factors influence lab value interpretation in the older adult - ANS 1. physiological changes with aging 2. the prevalence of chronic...

Midterm Exam: NR601 / NR 601 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Primary Care of the Maturing & Aged Family Practicum | Exam Review Study Guide | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain Question: How much Calcium supplementation should be taken if the diet is inadequate? Answer: 1200 to 1500 mg spread over the day with no more than 500mg at one time for proper absorption but better absorbed by food consumption Question: How much vitamin D is recommended daily? Answer: 400-600IU (800 if de...

Geriatric Symptoms & Frailty

Need for rehabilitation -improvement of functional capacity to promote coping -maximal independence -sense of well-being -enjoyment of a satisfying life Symptoms of frailty -unplanned weight loss -slow walking speed -low grip strength -fatigue, poor endurance -low levels of activity Elderly are at high risk for -falls -disability -hospitalization -nursing home admission -death Prevention of frailty -positive health practices -effective management of health conditions -early recognition and in...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 24 Caring for Frail Elders with Comorbidities 1) The nurse is assessing an older patient in a skilled facility for frailty. During the assessment, the nurse determines frailty through the presence of which characteristics? Select all that apply. 1. Unplanned weight gain 2. Poor endurance 3. Increase in grip strength 4. Low activity tolerance 5. Generalized weakness Answer: 2, 4, 5 Explanation: 1. Frailty has also been defined ...

Ham's Primary Care Geriatrics: A Case-Based Approach 6th Edition 9364 7905 3, 0, 6513, 7905 1 Principles of primary care of older adults 2 Interprofessional team care 3 Assessment 4 Wellness and prevention 5 Advanced cultural competency in caring for geriatric patients 6 Appropriate prescribing 7 Ethics 8 Financing and organization of health care 9 Billing and coding 10 Hospital care 11 Long-term care 12 Home care 13 Rehabilitation 14 Palliativ...