Geriatric and Rehabilitative Nursing Flashcards

What geriatric assessment does DOH Abu Dhabi require nurses to perform for elderly patients?

Answer: Comprehensive geriatric assessment including functional status, cognitive screening, fall risk, nutritional status, polypharmacy review, and social support evaluation

DOH requires comprehensive geriatric nursing assessment covering functional independence (ADLs/IADLs), cognitive screening (MMSE/MoCA), fall risk, nutritional status, medication review for polypharmacy, and social support systems.

What delirium screening does DOH Abu Dhabi require nurses to perform?

Answer: Regular screening using validated tools (CAM), identification of risk factors, implementation of prevention strategies, and prompt reporting of positive screens

DOH requires regular delirium screening using validated tools like the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM), identification of modifiable risk factors, implementation of non-pharmacological prevention strategies, and immediate clinical escalation.

What fall prevention measures does DOH Abu Dhabi require for elderly patients?

Answer: Multi-factorial risk assessment, individualized interventions (environmental modification, medication review, exercise programs, assistive devices), and post-fall management protocol

DOH elderly fall prevention includes comprehensive risk assessment, individualized plans addressing medication effects, environmental hazards, mobility limitations, vision, footwear, and structured post-fall assessment and reporting.

What rehabilitation nursing principles does DOH Abu Dhabi establish?

Answer: Goal-setting with the patient, functional independence promotion, coordination with multidisciplinary team, and progressive mobility and self-care training

DOH rehabilitation nursing includes collaborative goal-setting, promoting maximum functional independence, coordinating with physiotherapy/occupational therapy/speech therapy, and implementing progressive mobility and self-care programs.

What dementia care standards does DOH Abu Dhabi establish for nursing?

Answer: Person-centered care, environmental modifications, behavioral management strategies, family education, safety measures, and dignity preservation

DOH dementia care standards emphasize person-centered approaches, adapted communication techniques, safe environments, non-pharmacological behavior management, family education and support, and maintaining patient dignity and quality of life.

What medication management considerations does DOH Abu Dhabi identify for elderly patients?

Answer: Age-related pharmacokinetic changes requiring dose adjustments, polypharmacy screening using tools like STOPP/START, and monitoring for adverse effects

DOH identifies age-related pharmacokinetic changes (reduced renal clearance, altered distribution), requires polypharmacy review using criteria like STOPP/START, and mandates enhanced monitoring for adverse drug reactions in elderly patients.