Hydration & Nutrition
As we age this decreases, which can lead to weight gain if we do not change our eating habits.
What is basal metabolic rate?
Older adults spend more time in this sleep stage than younger counterparts, can be easily awakened.
What is Stage I?
When getting up at night an older adult needs to ensure ________ __________ is present to help reduce the likelihood of falls.
The court appoints an individual to make decisions for the patient
What is guardianship?
Increasing consumption of this nutrient helps with digestion and circulation.
What is fiber?
Seeing this each day helps us sleep at night.
What is sunlight?
Excessive furnishings, area rugs, small pets are all examples of _________________
What are tripping hazards?
The norm for what a reasonable individual in a similar circumstance would do.
What is standard of care?
The use of this supplement can help prevent or slow the progression of osteoporosis
What is calcium?
This pain scale would be the best choice for a patient with dementia.
What is the PAINAD?
(Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia Scale)
Being prescribed 5 or more medications
Who must sign a DNR for it to be legally binding?
Who is a physician?
Indigestion and Food Intolerance, Anorexia, Dysphagia, Constipation, Malnutrition
What are threats to good nutrition?
It is important to balance this in the daily life of an older adult to help with sleep.
What is activity and rest?
Age related changes in these 2 organs can affect the metabolism and excretion of medications in older adults.
What are the kidneys and liver?
This ethical principle is based on the idea of doing good for the patient.
What is beneficence?
Reduction of this item in the diet of older women helps reduce the risk of heart disease and breast cancer.
What is fat intake?
Foods high in _______ help raise serotonin, which can help with sleep.
What are carbohydrates?
This criteria identifies medications that can be inappropriate in older adults.
What is Beers critieria?
With this type of legal documentation the identified decision maker has power even after the individual becomes incompetent.
What is durable power of attorney?