Frailty

Question 1

Frailty

Answer 1

Due to loss of reserve in multiple by systems

Inc vulnerability to stressors and disease

10% of >65
25% of >85

Phenotype model (Freid)
- weight loss, reduced muscle strength, reduced gait speed, self-reported exhaustion, low energy expenditure

Deficit model (Rockwood)

• accumulation of deificits
• symptoms, signs and diseases

Question 2

Frailty syndromes

Answer 2

Falls
Immobility
Delirium
Incontinence
Susceptibility to medication side effects

Question 3

Detection of frailty

Answer 3

Questionnaires
Walking speed
Timed up and go
Comprehensive geriatric assessment - GOLD STANDARD

Question 4

Management of frailty

Answer 4

Address common associated problems
- falls, cognitive impairment, continence, mobility, weight loss, poor nutrition, polypharmacy, physical inactivity, lowered mood, alcohol excess, smoking, visual problems, social isolation, loneliness

Resistance training and physical exercise to reduce and prevent frailty