DOH Nursing Geriatric and Rehabilitative Nursing

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Use the same assessment as for younger adults

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Only assess mobility

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Geriatric assessment is physician-only

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Delirium screening is not necessary

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Only assess patients who appear confused

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Delirium is only screened in ICU

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Falls are an inevitable part of aging

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Only provide walking aids

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Fall prevention is not a nursing priority

Question 4

What rehabilitation nursing principles does DOH Abu Dhabi establish?

Accepted Answer

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

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Rehabilitation is only provided by therapists

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Only provide passive exercises

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Rehabilitation nursing is not defined in Abu Dhabi

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Dementia patients do not require specialized care

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Only administer sedative medications

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Dementia care is only for specialized facilities

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

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Elderly patients take medications the same way as younger adults

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Only reduce all doses by half

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No special medication considerations exist for the elderly