Sleep and the Older Adult: Treatment
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Sleep and the Older Adult: Treatment“ von Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Hidden BC for Kim Posey“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
What is the first-line approach for managing sleep disturbances in older adults?
- Non-pharmacologic interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy
- Non-benzodiazepine sedatives
- Over-the-counter sleep aids like diphenhydramine
- Short-acting benzodiazepines
- Sedating antipsychotics
Which of the following is a contraindicated medication for managing sleep disturbances in older adults due to risks of cognitive impairment, falls, and urinary retention?
- Diphenhydramine
- Suvorexant
- Doxepin
- Melatonin
- Eszopiclone
What key factor should be assessed first when managing sleep disturbances in older adults?
- Influence of other medications
- Frequency of exercise
- Duration of daytime naps
- Use of herbal supplements
- Diet and hydration habits
When prescribing sleep medications to older adults, which guideline should a provider follow?
- Document the rationale and ensure that the benefits outweigh the risks
- Start with the highest effective dose for immediate symptom relief
- Prescribe benzodiazepines for chronic insomnia management
- Avoid using any form of documentation to minimize complexity
- Prioritize sedating antipsychotics for routine sleep management
What is a potential side effect of the "Z-drug" eszopiclone in older adults that providers should discuss with patients?
- Metallic taste and risk of falls
- Hypotension and increased frequency of urination
- Joint pains and risk of falls
- Metallic taste and increased frequency of urination
- Hypotension and reduced long-term memory
Dozent des Vortrages Sleep and the Older Adult: Treatment
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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