Author Question: Which question or command is a part of the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)? a. Who was the ... (Read 78 times)

nautica902 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which question or command is a part of the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)?

a. Who was the president just before Bill Clinton?
b. How often does your family provide support for you?
c. Do you prefer to stay at home rather than go out and do things?
d. Please repeat the three words I asked you to remember.

Question 2

Which topical agent is safe to apply?

a. Cornstarch to absorb moisture in the groin area
b. Betadine to disinfect a healing pressure ulcer
c. An over-the-counter preparation to dis-solve a corn
d. Light mineral oil to moisten skin after bathing

Anonymous · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

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A Incorrect. This is part of the Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire (SPMSQ), which assesses mental status for intellectual impairment.
B Incorrect. This is part of the Family APGAR, which assesses a family's capabil-ity for adaptation, partnership, growth, affection, and resolution.
C Correct. A yes answer to this question, which is part of the Geriatric Depres-sion Scale (GDS), contributes to an assessment of depression.
D Incorrect. This is part of the Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE).

Answer to Question 2

D
Light mineral oil to moisten skin after bathing helps replace the sebum layer and retain the moisture in the skin. Cornstarch is a substance that promotes fungal growth. Betadine, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, and some soaps are damaging to newly formed skin. Corn preparations dis-solve healthy tissue along with the corn.