foundations of gerontology The driver of a car D.T. is 82 years old and he gets in to an accident. When the ambulance arrives to take him into the

foundations of gerontology

The driver of a car D.T. is 82 years old and he gets in to an accident. When the ambulance arrives to take him into the hospital they find out that he is a diabetic for the past 5 years, was diagnosed with dementia (Alzheimers) and his wife who is at the scene claims that she thinks that he is in shock. 

Questions:

a) Discuss the differences between dementia and delirium and how the EMT’s can tell the difference?

b) What additional information would you want to diagnose D.T.?

c) Is there a particular condition that may stand out as the cause of the accident? Why?

1. Your paper should be:

· One (1) page or more.

· Use factual information from the textbook and/or appropriate articles and websites.

· Cite your sources – type references according to the 

APA Style Guide


Share This Post

Email
WhatsApp
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Reddit

Order a Similar Paper and get 15% Discount on your First Order

Related Questions

Older adults (OA) are at risk for potential hazards of hospitalization; these include immobility, delirium, medication side effects, malnutrition,

Older adults (OA) are at risk for potential hazards of hospitalization; these include immobility, delirium, medication side effects, malnutrition, pressure ulcers, procedures, peri- and postoperative periods, hospital-acquired infections, and more. Discuss in detail three potential hazards for this population while in the hospital and identify potential prevention strategies for each