Psychological Aspects of Physical Disease Exam

A 68-year-old patient is struggling with problem-solving tasks. What could be the cause?

At which age does IQ typically peak?

Which type of IQ declines faster in aging?

What aspect of memory is less affected by aging?

A 72-year-old patient has a slower response time in cognitive tasks. What is this called?

What complicates cognitive assessment in older individuals?

In older adults, which type of memory declines more with task complexity and memory load?

In older adults, which cognitive skill shows little or no decline?

A patient with Parkinson’s disease is experiencing depressive symptoms. What is the estimated prevalence of depression among Parkinson’s patients?

In addition to depression, which other psychiatric sequelae is common in cerebrovascular disease patients?

Sensory impairments in older adults can lead to which psychological effect?

Which emotional reaction is NOT typically associated with illness and chronic ill health?

What is the key difference between secondary and reversible dementias compared to primary dementias?

A patient with sensory impairments is experiencing anxiety. What support may be beneficial for them?

A patient has recently been diagnosed with a chronic illness and is experiencing feelings of guilt and shame. What could be a possible reason for this?

What is the common prevalence of depression among patients with sensory impairments?