NR 601 MIDTERM-EXAM
Exercise recommendations for patients with Peripheral arterial disease
-Walking
-Treadmill walking
-Lower extremity exercises
-Very short intervals initially then progress as tolerated
What do changes in the sympathetic response of the older adult lead to?
-Contribute to orthostasis
-Fall
-Lack of hypoglycemic response
What does impaired immunological function lead to in the older adult?
-Risk for infection is greater
-Autoimmune diseases are more prevalent
Exercises recommended for patients with Age-related sleep disorders
-Tai chi
-Walking
-Aquatherapy
-Biking
-Assess balance and risk for falls before beginning
Exercises recommended for patients with Dementia
-Walking
-Recreational activities
, -Provide safe environment
-Assess fall risk and ability to participate
Lab changes in older adults can be affected by what
Dehydration
Why may an older person be dehydrated?
Because they don't drink as much water because they don't want to get up and go to
the bathroom.
Why may ESR be increased in the older adult?
There are more inflammatory processes in this population
CGA
Complete Geriatric Assessment
What is the purpose of a CGA?
The physical health of an older adult is totally related to psychosocial health,
functional ability, and a safe enabling environment.
Five Domains of CGA
Physical health, functional health, psychological health, socio-environmental
support, and quality of life measures
Exercise recommendations for patients with Peripheral arterial disease
-Walking
-Treadmill walking
-Lower extremity exercises
-Very short intervals initially then progress as tolerated
What do changes in the sympathetic response of the older adult lead to?
-Contribute to orthostasis
-Fall
-Lack of hypoglycemic response
What does impaired immunological function lead to in the older adult?
-Risk for infection is greater
-Autoimmune diseases are more prevalent
Exercises recommended for patients with Age-related sleep disorders
-Tai chi
-Walking
-Aquatherapy
-Biking
-Assess balance and risk for falls before beginning
Exercises recommended for patients with Dementia
-Walking
-Recreational activities
, -Provide safe environment
-Assess fall risk and ability to participate
Lab changes in older adults can be affected by what
Dehydration
Why may an older person be dehydrated?
Because they don't drink as much water because they don't want to get up and go to
the bathroom.
Why may ESR be increased in the older adult?
There are more inflammatory processes in this population
CGA
Complete Geriatric Assessment
What is the purpose of a CGA?
The physical health of an older adult is totally related to psychosocial health,
functional ability, and a safe enabling environment.
Five Domains of CGA
Physical health, functional health, psychological health, socio-environmental
support, and quality of life measures
