Sleep and the Older Adult: Assessment
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Sleep and the Older Adult: Assessment“ von Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Hidden BC for Kim Posey“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
Which of the following is a normal age-related change in sleep for older adults?
- Reduced deep sleep and more frequent awakenings
- Increased deep sleep and less frequent awakenings
- Decreased light sleep and later sleep onset
- Increased deep sleep and decreased light sleep
- Earlier sleep onset and reduced REM sleep
Which psychiatric or neurological condition is most commonly associated with sleep disturbances in older adults?
- Restless leg syndrome
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Heart failure
Which of the following treatments is the gold standard for sleep-related breathing disorders, such as sleep apnea, in older adults?
- CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Melatonin supplements
- Benzodiazepines
- Gabapentin
How do cardiovascular conditions such as heart failure typically affect sleep in older adults?
- They result in nocturnal dyspnea and fragmented sleep.
- They increase sleep duration and quality.
- They cause nocturnal hypoxia and REM sleep deprivation.
- They reduce the quantity of stage N2 sleep.
- They only impact circadian rhythm, not sleep quality.
Which of the following is an effective subjective method for assessing sleep disturbances in older adults?
- Bed partner interviews and patient sleep logs
- Polysomnography
- Actigraphy
- Blood tests for ferritin levels
- Home sleep apnea test
What is the main difference between primary and secondary sleep disorders?
- Primary sleep disorders are not linked to other medical or psychiatric conditions.
- Medications cause primary sleep disorders but do not cause secondary ones.
- Primary sleep disorders occur only at night, while secondary occur during the day.
- Primary sleep disorders only occur in younger adults.
- Secondary sleep disorders are untreatable in older adults.
Which of the following medication classes should be taken with caution at bedtime due to potential effects on sleep?
- Diuretics
- ACE Inhibitors
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories
- Statins
- Biguanides
What is a key risk associated with the chronic use of over-the-counter sleep aids, particularly those containing antihistamines, in older adults?
- Increased cognitive decline
- Decreased REM sleep
- Worsened sleep quality
- Increased risk of falls
- Increased risk of depression
Dozent des Vortrages Sleep and the Older Adult: Assessment
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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