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Comprehensive geriatric assessment — DGM MCQ

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An 89-year-old man is admitted with reduced mobility, falls, mild delirium and poor nutrition. He has heart failure, osteoarthritis and polypharmacy. His daughter reports he was independent two months ago. Current medicines include multiple medicines. What is the most appropriate assessment?

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Correct answer: E — Comprehensive geriatric assessment

CGA assesses medical, functional, psychological, social and environmental domains in frail older adults. Single-specialty review, discharge based solely on blood tests and routine outpatient testing miss functional and social complexity. CGA is both an assessment and a management process.

Reference: BGS CGA toolkit