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Dementia and Delirium – Compare and Contrast Presentation & Pathophysiology Dementia and delirium are both cognitive diseases that lead to poor health outcomes, increased morbidity, and increased m ortality. Dementia typically presents in the older population, and age continues to be one of the greatest risk factors for dementia (Falk et al., 2018). Delirium is more likely to present in the older population but can present throughout the lifespan (Jackson et al., 2017). Per Jackson et al. 2017...

Geriatrics quiz 1 Geriatrics includes ages ___ and older - ANS 65 (1 in 7 Americans) ¨In 2014, ¤Age 65-74 age group (26.4 Million) ____ times larger than in 1900 ¤Age 75-84 (13.7 million) ___times larger ¤Age 85+ (6.2 million) ___ times larger - ANS 12 17 50 (aging populations) The number of Americans over 65 will more than ___ by 2060 - ANS double Do more men or women live with a spouse? - ANS more men do Top 3 states for number 65+? Top state by percentage? - ANS C...

1. The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is living in the community. 1-2 times 2-3 times 3-4 times 5 times Correct ans - 3-4 Of the following, which one is the most useful clinical evaluation tool to assist in the diagnosis of dementia? Folstein's Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE) St. Louis University Mental Status Exam (SLUMS) Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) Correct ans - slums Which of the follow is a physiological change that oc...

NR601 Midterm weeks 1-4 + midterm audible, Complete spring 2022 solution guide. NR601 Midterm weeks 1-4 + midterm audible, Complete spring 2022 solution guide. Week One Developmental Changes - NR601 Midterm Week 1 2022. Purpose of the CGA (comprehensive geriatric assessment): Physical health is r/t psychosocial functional ability and safe environment. 1. it helps in 2. identify potentially 3. perform - 1. dx conditions and improve outcomes 2. preventable conditions 3. patient-ce...

Week Topics 1 • Developmental changes Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes Replicative senescence is theory states that cells can replicate or divide a specific number of ti mes. This ability tends to decrease with age. Oxidative damage is the cumulative result of the aerobic metabolism, which generates chemicals called free radicals. Free radicals may interact with other chemicals in the body and cause damage to cells. Telomere shortening is a theory that links aging to ...

Week Topics 1 • Developmental changes Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes Replicative senescence is theory states that cells can replicate or divide a specific number of ti mes. This ability tends to decrease with age. Oxidative damage is the cumulative result of the aerobic metabolism, which generates chemicals called free radicals. Free radicals may interact with other chemicals in the body and cause damage to cells. Telomere shortening is a theory that links aging to ...

Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes Replicative senescence is theory states that cells can replicate or divide a specific number of times.This ability tends to decrease with age. Oxidative damage is the cumulative result of the aerobic metabolism, which generates chemicals called free radicals. Free radicals may interact with other chemicals in the body and cause damage tocells. Telomere shortening is a theory that links aging to a reduction in cell division. Weaken...

1. The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is living in the community. 1-2 times 2-3 times 3-4 times 5 times 3-4 Of the following, which one is the most useful clinical evaluation tool to assist in the diagnosis of dementia? Folstein’s Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE) St. Louis University Mental Status Exam (SLUMS) Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) slums Which of the follow is a physiological change that occurs with aging preval...

Review Kennedy and Dunphy readings for age related changes Replicative senescence is theory states that cells can replicate or divide a specific number of times. This ability tends to decrease with age. Oxidative damage is the cumulative result of the aerobic metabolism, which generates chemicals called free radicals. Free radicals may interact with other chemicals in the body and cause damage to cells. Telomere shortening is a theory that links aging to a reduction in cell division. Weak...

1. The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is living in the community. 1-2 times 2-3 times 3-4 times 5 times 3-4 Of the following, which one is the most useful clinical evaluation tool to assist in the diagnosis of dementia? Folstein’s Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE) St. Louis University Mental Status Exam (SLUMS) Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) slums Which of the follow is a physiological change that occurs with aging preval...