Exam Preview for 6647: The Falls Management Puzzle In Older Adults:

The Falls Management Puzzle In Older Adults: Looking At All The Pieces, Part 2

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1. Side effects of which of the below classes of medications can result in falls? Anticonvulsants (e.g., Phenytoin) Benzodiazepines (e.g., Diazepam) Anti-psychotics All of the above
2. How much moderate-intensity activity is recommended per week by the American Heart Association? 120 minutes 150 minutes 175 minutes 180 minutes
3. Which of the below programs is a 7-week community-based seminar program aimed at reducing falls? Stepping On A Matter of Balance Otago Exercise Program Tai Chi
4. Which of the following is NOT a component of Fried’s phenotype of frailty? Decreased grip strength Decreased physical activity Slow gait velocity Osteoporosis
5. Which of the following has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing fear of falling? Multifactorial programs Tai Chi Hip protectors All of the above