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WorksheetsGeriatric Biochemistry
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What are the reference ranges and screening for disease in elderly?
In a recent health seminar, Mia learned about the renal function and electrolytes balance in elderly patients. Which of the following statements did she find to be true?
Elderly individuals have improved renal function and electrolyte balance.
Renal function in the elderly is unaffected by age-related changes.
Electrolyte imbalances are not a concern for elderly patients.
Elderly individuals experience decreased renal function and altered electrolyte balance, necessitating careful monitoring and management.
Which of the following are common diseases in elderly individuals?
CVD, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, and dementia.
skin infections and allergies.
affected by childhood diseases
acute respiratory infections.
Whic of the following is the malnutrition in elderly patient?
Malnutrition in elderly patients is characterized by inadequate nutrient intake due to various factors, leading to adverse health outcomes.
In a recent health seminar, Abigail learned about the notable shifts in the analytes in elderly individuals. What did she discover?
A steady rise in cholesterol, glucose, ALP, PSA and urate
An increased in plasma total protein and albumin
Elevated plasma electrolytes.
What happens to the GFR with age?
It increases
It decreases
It remains the same
It fluctuates
What is the most common cause of bone disease in elderly?
Paget's disease
Osteoporosis
Osteomalacia
Rheumatoid arthritis
Mia is concerned about her grandmother's health and wants to know what is the recommended vitamin D supplementation for elderly individuals like her grandmother.
200–400 U/d
400–600 U/d
600–800 U/d
800–1000 U/d
During a health check-up, William was informed about his plasma urate level. What level is indicative of gout?
Less than 6.8 mg/dL
Equal to 6.8 mg/dL
Greater than 6.8 mg/dL
None of the above
Nora is feeling unusually tired and has noticed some changes in her weight. What is the classical feature of hypothyroidism in elderly?
Weight gain
Weight loss
Increased energy
None of the above
During a health check-up, Elijah asked the doctor about the best screening test for thyroid function in elderly patients. What did the doctor recommend?
Serum T3
Serum T4
Serum TSH
Serum FT4
What is the impact of inadequate nutrition on elderly?
Liam went for a routine check-up and the doctor mentioned that he might be experiencing silent myocardial ischemia. What does this condition mean?
Silent myocardial ischemia is a lack of blood flow to the heart muscle without noticeable symptoms.
Silent myocardial ischemia is characterized by severe chest pain during exercise.
Silent myocardial ischemia is a condition where the heart muscle is overactive.
