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CV changes? |
Decreased CO, HR, BP |
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Resp changes? |
Decreased VC, ability to cough |
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Integumentary changes? |
Decreased sub C fat |
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Reproductive changes? |
Decreased secretions |
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GI system changes? |
Decreased saliva production, swallowing |
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Musculoskeletal changes? |
Decreased bone density, |
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Neuro changes? |
Decreased neural conduction |
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Senses changes? |
Decreased vision Decreased taste Decreased smell |
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How do pharmacokinetics changed with age? |
ADME are all delayed/decreased |
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What is the definition of the frail elderly? |
85 + years Unable to perform ADLs Multiple chronic diseases |
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What is delirium? |
It is brief and short-term Nothing is wrong with the brain Mostly occurs at night in older adults |
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What is dementia? |
It is NOT a disease It is a set of signs and symptoms It is long-term |
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In older adults with AD, what can benzodiazepines and antipsychotics help with? |
Help them to reorient and sleep |
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What is the #1 nursing goal for those with AD? |
Maintain safety |
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What age group are the highest users of health care? |
Young people |
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What is the most common type of elder abuse? |
Neglect |
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What is an advance directive? |
A document that provides instructions for care and a proxy when you are incapacitated *only applies to medical situations |
