Geriatric Patients

Cardiovascular

100

Name one sign of a stroke

Face drooping, weakness in arms, slurred speech,

200

What does CHF stand for?

Congestive Heart Failure

300

Can there be buildup in the veins and artetries?

yes

400

Can Beta-Blockers change heart rates in patients?

Yes

500

Name 3 factors that may lead to cardiovascular issues

Diet, smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, stress, alcohol consumption

Factors

200

Name one common type of hearing loss

age/genetics/loud noises

300

What should you be concerned about in this image?

Elder abuse

400

Name 2 types of elder abuse.

financial, sexual, physical, neglect, mental

Respiratory

300

What does (COPD) stand for?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 

Random

100

what is the age where a patient is considered as a "geriatric"

65 and older

200

What does (VI) stand for?

Visual Impairment

300

What is the biggest cause of death for older patients?

Falls

400

What is the percentage of patients who take 5 or more meds?

40% 

500

What is the percentage of EMS calls nationally each year for geriatrics?

39%