GRNS 412 Geri Chapter 5 EXAM GUIDE| SCORES A+

GRNS 412 Geri Chapter 5 Geriatric assessments can be challenging for the health-care provider due to delay of recognition and/or reporting of symptoms by the patient. Which of the following best describes what is used by health-care providers to address this differential? 1. Clinical decision-making tools. 2. When symptoms were noticed. 3. Change in function and impact of symptoms. 4. Symptoms from comorbidities. Correct Answer: 3. Change in function and impact of symptoms. Which of the following terms refers to conditions that have multiple underlying factors and may involve multiple organs? 1. Multifaceted syndrome 2. Aging syndrome 3. CFM syndrome 4. Geriatric syndrome Correct Answer: 4. Geriatric syndrome Mrs. Rizzo is an 80-year-old Caucasian female who is presenting symptoms of chest pain, weakness, and lightheadedness. Which of the following may be a possible differential diagnosis of her symptoms? 1. Ischemic colitis 2. Spinal cord compression 3. Diabetic neuropathy 4. Costochondritis Correct Answer: 4. Costochondritis Steven is a 65-year-old male diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. He is taking anti-Parkinson's drugs, calcium supplements, and NSAIDs for his joint pain. Which of the following conditions could be caused by his medications? 1. Constipation 2. Hematuria 3. Headache 4. Chest pain Correct Answer: 1. Constipation Which of the following statements best describes "cough"? 1. It is a sign of a life-threatening condition. 2. It is often isolated to the respiratory system. 3. It is often isolated to the immune system. 4. It is often associated with acid reflux. Correct Answer: 2. It is often isolated to the respiratory system. Tina is a 60-year-old female presenting symptoms of coughing, shortness of breath, and purulent sputum. She is being treated with antibiotics, use of a nebulizer, and oral steroids. Which of the following conditions could be her diagnosis? 1. Bacterial pneumonia 2. Acute bronchitis 3. Chronic bronchitis 4. GERD Correct Answer: 3. Chronic bronchitis Reduction of pain is the main goal for patients suffering from acute joint pain. The mnemonic PRICE is a helpful reminder of the treatment when this occurs. What does the "E" in PRICE stand for? 1. Elevation 2. Emergency 3. Elastic 4. Electrical Correct Answer: 1. Elevation A patient complains of dry, irritated, and itchy skin that has not been relieved with over-the-counter medications. On examination, the patient is also found to present cholestasis and jaundice. From which of the following conditions may the patient be suffering? 1. Lice 2. Scabies 3. Pruritus 4. Lichenification Correct Answer: 3. Pruritus (select all) Mr. Thomas noticed tremors in his right hand 2 years ago and attributed this to his elbow injury from a fall. The tremors have gradually worsened, and he now has tremors under his lip, some gait problems, and occasional stomach spasms. His wife has recently noticed these things and suggested he have a medical consultation. Which of the following reasons might Mr. Thomas have had for ignoring these symptoms? Select all that apply. 1. Fear of loss of independence 2. Fear of doctors 3. Symptoms do not interfere with functions 4. Attributes symptoms to the aging process 5. Lack of transportation Correct Answer: 1. Fear of loss of independence 3. Symptoms do not interfere with functions 4. Attributes symptoms to the aging process (select all) Mrs. Lee is experiencing moderate pain in her right leg and having difficulty sitting down on and standing up from a chair. She reports no other symptoms. Which of the following should be included in the assessment? Select all that apply. 1. Thorough medication history 2. Precipitating factors 3. Character of symptom 4. Family history