Age 65 and older
Leading Causes of Death
Heart diseases.
Malignant neoplasms (lung, colorectal, breast).
Cerebrovascular disease.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Pneumonia and influenza.
Screening | Height and weight. |
| Blood Pressure. |
| Fecal occult blood test q 1 yr and/or sigmoidoscopy. |
| Mammogram q 1-2 yr + clinical breast exam q 1 yr (women < 70 yr). |
| Papanicolaou test (Pap smear) - females who have been sexually active and have cervix: q < 3 yr. If > 65 yr, consider discontinuation if regular screening has always been normal. |
| Vision screening. |
| Assess for hearing impairment. |
| Assess for problem drinking and illicit drug use. |
Immunizations
| Pneumococcal vaccine. |
| Influenza vaccine - Annually. |
| Tetanus-diphtheria (Td) boosters. |
Chemoprophylaxis
| Discuss hormone prophylaxis (females). |
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