BCG Assessment & Screening in Gerontological Practice

Question 1

Which tool is considered the gold standard for screening cognitive impairment in older adults in clinical settings?

Accepted Answer

Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)

Answer

The MoCA is widely regarded as the gold standard for cognitive screening due to its superior sensitivity for mild cognitive impairment compared to other tools.

Question 2

The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) is specifically designed for older adults because it:

Accepted Answer

Omits somatic symptoms that may overlap with normal aging

Answer

The GDS omits somatic items (sleep, appetite, fatigue) that are common in aging and medical illness, reducing false positives in older adult populations.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA)?

Accepted Answer

A multidimensional evaluation of medical, functional, cognitive, and social domains

Answer

A CGA is a multidisciplinary, multidimensional process that evaluates medical, functional, cognitive, psychological, and social status to guide care planning.

Question 4

The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test primarily assesses which functional domain in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Fall risk and mobility

Answer

The TUG measures the time to rise from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn, walk back, and sit, making it a reliable indicator of fall risk and overall mobility.

Question 5

A score of 0-9 on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) administered to a 74-year-old indicates:

Accepted Answer

Minimal to mild depression

Answer

PHQ-9 scores of 1-4 indicate minimal depression and 5-9 indicate mild depression; scores 0-9 encompass the minimal-to-mild range.

(BCG) Board Certification in Gerontology Practice Test

(BCG) Board Certification in Gerontology Practice Test

BCG Assessment & Screening in Gerontological Practice