Term
| 3 most common causes of disability in the US |
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Definition
Arthritis/rheumatism
Back/Spine problems
heart/arterial disorders |
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Term
| Top 3 causes of death in the US |
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Definition
Heart Disease
Cancer
Stroke |
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Term
| Major Health Promotion Measures for Adults |
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Definition
smoking/alcohol cessation/reduction
nutritious diet/blood pressure screening
exercise/weight maintenance |
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Term
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Definition
an easy method for ensuring a healthy diet:
9" plate, half fruits & veggies, 1/4 grain/starch, and 1/4 meat/protein |
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Term
| important health promotion screenings for adults |
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Definition
HIV--if at risk
cholesterol (men 35+, women 45+, or younger if at risk)
glucose at 45 in 3 year intervals if normal risk |
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Term
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Definition
Tetanus q10
Flu (annually) & pneumococcal (65+)
Zostavax (@60) |
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Term
| common vital sign irregularities for geriatric patients |
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Definition
BP: elevated
Pulse: irregular
RR: tachypnea
Weight: rapid changes |
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Term
| factors to assess regarding appearance and behavior (geriatrics) |
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Definition
grooming/hygiene
thought processes/speech
posture |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Integumentary System |
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Definition
| ulcerations, turgor, & lesions |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Respiratory System |
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Definition
| adventitious sounds, decreased lung function |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Circulatory System |
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Definition
adventitious heart/vascular sounds
weakened distal pulses
weakened aortic pulse |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
GI |
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Definition
shortened/darkened teeth
dry mouth: tooth damage, denture irritation, cavities
gum disease |
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Term
| bladder disorders are ____________ part of aging and _______________ in 30% of cases |
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Definition
NOT a normal
can be reversed |
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Term
| Common Geriatric Assessment Findings for GU |
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Definition
loss of nephrons--> decreased blood filtering/urine concentration
bladder-sensory-nerves wear out--> delayed urge sensation |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Musculoskeletal System |
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Definition
ROM (joints): Arthritis
Posture: kyphosis
Muscle Strength: weakened |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Neuro |
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Definition
Ears: hearing loss
eyes: presbyopia
gait: reduced steadiness |
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Term
Special Geriatric Assessment Considerations for:
Psych |
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Definition
depression/alcohol abuse
anxiety/paranoia
confusion |
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