EMT Geriatric Emergencies Questions and Answers Rated A+

EMT Geriatric Emergencies Questions and Answers Rated A+ Which of the following is generally NOT acceptable when interviewing an older patient? a. Do not initiate eye contact, because geriatric patients might find this disrespectful b. Speak slowly and distinctly c. Give the patient time to respond unless the condition appears urgent d. Explain what you are doing before you do it a. Do not initiate eye contact, because geriatric patients might find this disrespectful In contrast to younger patients, older patients are more prone to a decrease in blood pressure (BP) upon standing because: a. their red blood cells are destroyed at a faster than normal rate b. the aging process results in an overall increase in blood volume c. the body is less able to adapt the BP to rapid postural changes d. any change in position causes blood to be shunted to the brain c. the body is less able to adapt the BP to rapid postural changes The stooped posture of some older people, which gives them a humpback appearance, is called: a. kyphosis b. arthritis c. scoliosis d. miosis a. kyphosis An abdominal aortic aneurysm: a. is usually not repairable, even if discovered early b. causes dull pain that often radiates to the shoulders c. is often the result of hypertension and atherosclerosis d. can sometime be palpated as a mass in the groin area c. is often the result of hypertension and atherosclerosis A specific legal document that directs relatives and caregivers regarding the medical treatment that my be given to patients who cannot speak for themselves is called: a. statue of care b. power of attorney c. physician directive d. advance directive d. advance directive Which of the following statements regarding depression is true? a. Treatment typically involves medication, because counseling typically does not work b. Older adults in skilled nursing facilities are less likely to develop depression c. It generally does not interfere with ability to function in the elderly d. it is diagnosed three time more commonly in women than in men d. it is diagnosed three times more commonly in woman than in men Poor maintenance of home, poor personal care, and dietary neglect are all possible indicators of ______ elder abuse. a. physical