Dementia: Risk Factors
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Dementia: Risk Factors“ von Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Management of Neurocognitive Conditions in the Older Adult (release in progress)“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
Which of the following correctly identifies the pathophysiological hallmark of Alzheimer's disease?
- Amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles
- Cytoplasmic alpha-synuclein inclusion bodies
- Ubiquitin protein inclusions
- Beta-amyloid clearance disruption
- Neuronal apoptosis without protein accumulation
Which combination of risk factors is most strongly associated with vascular dementia?
- Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes
- Depression, obesity, and head trauma
- Anticholinergic drug use, cardiovascular disease, and age
- Repeated head trauma, diabetes, and high cholesterol
- Intellectual inactivity, depression, and smoking
In terms of protective factors, which of the following has been shown to statistically lower the risk of developing dementia?
- Higher levels of intellectual engagement, such as advanced education
- Daily use of tricyclic antidepressants
- A diet high in saturated fats and cholesterol
- Limiting physical activity to reduce cardiovascular strain
- Avoiding social interactions to reduce stress
Which of the following medications or classes is associated with an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia due to its anticholinergic properties?
- Antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
- Beta-blockers
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Statins
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Dozent des Vortrages Dementia: Risk Factors
Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C
Dr. Kim Posey is the Director of Graduate Nursing and an Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Texas Christian University.
She has achieved dual doctoral status, holding both a Ph.D. and a DNP in nursing. She is dual certified as an Advanced Adult Nurse Practitioner and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner and holds a certification in nursing education. As a Gerontological Specialist certified by the Gerontology Nursing Certification Commission she is recognized as an APRN who possesses expert knowledge, experience, and skill in managing the complex health needs of older adults. In addition to this impressive educational background, she maintains active clinical practice with adult and geriatrics patients in the primary care area.
At Lecturio, Dr. Posey teaches Gerontology for the advanced practice nurse.
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