Geriatric Emergencies

Description: Geriatric Emergencies Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: geriatrics emergency medicine
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following is a common cause of delirium in older adults?

  1. Urinary tract infection

  2. Pneumonia

  3. Heart failure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Delirium is a common problem in older adults and can be caused by a variety of factors, including urinary tract infection, pneumonia, and heart failure.

What is the most common type of stroke in older adults?

  1. Ischemic stroke

  2. Hemorrhagic stroke

  3. Transient ischemic attack (TIA)

  4. Subarachnoid hemorrhage


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ischemic stroke is the most common type of stroke in older adults and occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery in the brain.

Which of the following is a sign of dehydration in older adults?

  1. Dry mouth

  2. Decreased urine output

  3. Confusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dehydration is a common problem in older adults and can be caused by a variety of factors, including decreased fluid intake, certain medications, and underlying medical conditions.

What is the most common cause of falls in older adults?

  1. Muscle weakness

  2. Balance problems

  3. Vision problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Falls are a common problem in older adults and can be caused by a variety of factors, including muscle weakness, balance problems, and vision problems.

Which of the following is a sign of sepsis in older adults?

  1. Fever

  2. Chills

  3. Confusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can occur when the body's response to an infection damages its own tissues. Signs of sepsis in older adults include fever, chills, and confusion.

What is the most common type of cancer in older adults?

  1. Lung cancer

  2. Breast cancer

  3. Prostate cancer

  4. Colorectal cancer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in older adults and is the second leading cause of cancer death in men.

Which of the following is a risk factor for pressure ulcers in older adults?

  1. Immobility

  2. Incontinence

  3. Malnutrition

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pressure ulcers are a common problem in older adults and can be caused by a variety of factors, including immobility, incontinence, and malnutrition.

What is the most common cause of death in older adults?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Cancer

  3. Stroke

  4. Alzheimer's disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in older adults and is responsible for more deaths than cancer, stroke, and Alzheimer's disease combined.

Which of the following is a sign of depression in older adults?

  1. Sadness

  2. Loss of interest in activities

  3. Changes in appetite or sleep

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Depression is a common problem in older adults and can be caused by a variety of factors, including physical illness, loss of loved ones, and financial problems.

What is the most common type of dementia in older adults?

  1. Alzheimer's disease

  2. Vascular dementia

  3. Lewy body dementia

  4. Frontotemporal dementia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia in older adults and is responsible for 60-80% of cases.

Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis in older adults?

  1. Female sex

  2. Advanced age

  3. Caucasian race

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Osteoporosis is a common problem in older adults and is characterized by decreased bone density and increased risk of fractures. Risk factors for osteoporosis include female sex, advanced age, Caucasian race, and family history of osteoporosis.

What is the most common type of arthritis in older adults?

  1. Osteoarthritis

  2. Rheumatoid arthritis

  3. Gout

  4. Lupus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in older adults and is characterized by the breakdown of cartilage in the joints.

Which of the following is a sign of Parkinson's disease?

  1. Tremor

  2. Rigidity

  3. Bradykinesia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. Signs of Parkinson's disease include tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and postural instability.

What is the most common type of multiple sclerosis in older adults?

  1. Relapsing-remitting MS

  2. Secondary progressive MS

  3. Primary progressive MS

  4. Progressive relapsing MS


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Relapsing-remitting MS is the most common type of multiple sclerosis in older adults and is characterized by periods of relapse (when symptoms worsen) followed by periods of remission (when symptoms improve or disappear).

Which of the following is a sign of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?

  1. Muscle weakness

  2. Difficulty swallowing

  3. Speech problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

ALS is a progressive neurological disorder that affects motor neurons (nerve cells that control muscle movement). Signs of ALS include muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, speech problems, and respiratory problems.

- Hide questions