Geriatric Assessment Post-module Test

Question One
Which of the following is NOT within the domain of a Geriatric Assessment? (1 points)
assessment of medical, psychosocial and functional capabilities and limitations of elderly patients
the generation of a care plan
ensuring provision of necessary services including support services
assessing access to adequate financial income
always scheduling three monthly ongoing monitoring of care plan

Question Two
Which of the following in NOT true? The geriatric assessment differs from a standard medical evaluation in that… (1 points)
it focuses on older people with complex problems
it focuses on elderly people who do NOT necessarily have physical health problems
it emphasizes functional status and quality of life
it frequently involves a multidisciplinary team of providers

Question Three
Which of the following is not considered an ADL? (1 points)
food preparation
transferring
bathing and dressing
toileting

Question Four
Which of the following is not considered an IADL? (1 points)
driving or using public transport
continence
shopping
cleaning and laundry

Question Five
The 'Timed Up and Go' test is a measure of...? (1 points)
balance and transferring
balance and functional mobility
gait and balance
gait and functional mobility