What's the disorder?
Acute and sudden onset. Infection is a common cause
Delirium
Is hypertension a normal age related change?
no! arterial wall stiffening is
Name 1 modifiable fall risk factor.
cluttered environment, lack of grab bars, shoes with no grip, slippery socks
Unexplained bruises in various stages of healing may indicate this.
physical abuse
__________ is the best health prevention strategy for influenza and pneumonia in the older adult
Vaccinations
Umbrella term for progressive conditions that affect cognitive status
Delirium
is glaucoma a normal age related change?
no. general reduced vision, optic nerve weakness, and thickening of lenses are.
A nurse should assess these two factors before transferring an older adult.
strength and cognition, pain, vitals,
Poor hygiene, malnutrition, or unsafe living conditions are signs of this.
neglect
Which diet modification (diet order) is used for dysphagia?
Apathy and withdrawal are the most common symptoms of this illness in the older adult
Depression
This sleep-related hormone decreases with age, contributing to insomnia.
Melatonin
A wet vocal quality after swallowing may indicate this risk.
dysphagia and aspiration
Families should continue talking to unconscious patients because of this reason.
hearing is the last sense to go
Older adults often need fewer calories but higher amounts of ___________
protein
Name 2 common reversible causes of delirium., other than infection
dehydration, pain, constipation, medications, hypoxia, new environment.
This GI change leads to early satiety in older adults.
delayed gastric emptying
Caregivers showing irritability, sleep loss, and hopelessness are experiencing this.
caregiver burnout/strain
The term for having the ability to understand and make healthcare decisions.
Name 2 communication strategy for speaking with an older adult with hearing loss.
face the person, speak clearly, lower your pitch, or reduce background noise