Overview of Geriatric Assessment

Course #9923L-


Study Points

  1. Define cohorts within the older adult demographic.
  2. Compare qualitative and quantitative aspects of well-being that impact age-related physical and occupational changes and disease development.
  3. Analyze healthcare landscape relative to aging and service provision.
  4. Identify ways of assessing needs of older adults relative to heathspan and aging.
  5. Classify types of geriatric assessments, their focus, and application.
  6. Relate the effects of Awareness of Age-Related Change (AARC) and Views on Aging (VoA) on physical and psychological health and well-being.

    1 . How many people turn age 65 each day in the United States?
    A) 1,100
    B) 11,000
    C) 500
    D) 59,000

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    2 . Age-related muscular changes impact
    A) positive increase in strength.
    B) improved function.
    C) muscle composition and structure.
    D) improved well-being.

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    3 . Health span considers
    A) functional health and well-being.
    B) lifespan outcomes.
    C) mobility and gait.
    D) comprehension and reading.

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    4 . What is the leading driver of age-related changes?
    A) Stability
    B) Modification
    C) Age
    D) Medication

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    5 . Comprehensive geriatric assessments are useful tools to
    A) evaluate patients throughout their lifespan.
    B) prevent aging.
    C) design anti-aging plans.
    D) understand how aging works.

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    6 . Which aging cohort is growing the fastest relative to age?
    A) 10 to 18 years of age
    B) 65 to 74 years of age
    C) 85 years of age and older
    D) 75 to 84 yeara of age

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    7 . Which of the following can impact wellness and quality of life?
    A) Age factors
    B) Modifiable lifestyle risks
    C) Factors of wealth
    D) Measurable lifestyle ratings factors

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    8 . Healthcare that focuses on which of the following factors accounts for 86% of the total healthcare costs in the United States?
    A) Disease management
    B) Buying supplies
    C) Cures
    D) Vaccinations

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    9 . Performing assessments is a part of disease management and
    A) annual exams.
    B) preventive care.
    C) pharmaceutical protocols.
    D) social determinants of health.

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    10 . People 80 yearfs of age and older may need more help performing
    A) preventive care.
    B) activities of annual living.
    C) maintenance health.
    D) activities of daily living.

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    11 . Geriatric assessments can be integrated into what for multifunctional reference?
    A) EKG
    B) CT
    C) EMR
    D) PhD

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    12 . The Katz Index of Independence evaluates
    A) activities of daily living.
    B) independence levels.
    C) creative assessment.
    D) fall risk.

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    13 . The clock drawing test is used to evaluate
    A) cognitive impairment/dementia.
    B) PT/OT assessment.
    C) socioeconomic domains.
    D) pain threshold.

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    14 . The Awareness of Age-Related Changes (AARC) instrument can evaluate
    A) all physical changes experienced throughout life.
    B) a few physical changes that are experienced during middle life.
    C) physical and emotional changes that can be both positive and negative.
    D) unrealized changes due to aging.

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    15 . Views on aging can impact older age development and
    A) health behaviors.
    B) blood type.
    C) nutritional value.
    D) longevity meter.

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    16 . Older adults experiencing chronic back pain, hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and anxiety may have a higher incidence of
    A) believing they are fortunate.
    B) expressing negative attitudes about aging.
    C) experiencing a positive attitude about aging.
    D) minimizing multimorbidity and polypharmacy.

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    17 . What are two types of views on aging that can shape clinical outcomes?
    A) Age stereotypes and self-perception of aging
    B) Self-perception of aging and narcissistic views
    C) Age stereotypes and age assimilation
    D) Age stereotypes and age minimalism

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    18 . Which of the following aspects of conducting a geriatric assessment can impact the outcomes?
    A) Time of day
    B) Age of the hospital
    C) Setting
    D) Transportation method

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    19 . Delivering patient-centered care should be done without
    A) ageist language.
    B) kind language.
    C) quiet language.
    D) culturally competent language.

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    20 . Lifestyle, preventive care, and proper disease management can help to address
    A) modifiable lifestyle risk factors.
    B) cures for all dementias.
    C) personal history.
    D) social engagement.

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    21 . Limited social interact can lead to personal neglect, including
    A) dehydration.
    B) exercise.
    C) good sleep hygiene.
    D) preventive care.

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    22 . Assessing joint and/or back pain can potentially alleviate the chance of
    A) losing ability to perform activities of daily living.
    B) developing capacity for communication.
    C) increasing opportunities to perform.
    D) being able to run a marathon.

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    23 . The World Health Organization says that geriatric assessments help deliver a(n)
    A) siloed approach toward health care.
    B) unique perspective.
    C) individualized approach.
    D) integrated care approach.

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    24 . What can help identify needs for intervention if an older adult experiences a stroke?
    A) Prescription
    B) PT/OT
    C) Assessment
    D) Assumption

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    25 . Comprehensive geriatric assessments can be modified and expanded to assess the qualitative and quantitative aspects of life, including
    A) physical health.
    B) psychological health.
    C) social well-being.
    D) All of the above

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