Ageing Flashcards
In 2000 the world’s over 60’s accounted for 11% of the total population. What is the proportion predicted to be by 2050?
22%
From 2000-2050 the number of people aged 80 and older will increase by how much?
400%
By 2050, the number of older people who are no longer able to look after themselves is forecast to increase by how much?
400%
What do population pyramids show?
Proportion of populations in different age brackets
What differences in the age of the population may be observed in less developed countries?
Less people reaching older age
What trends can we expect over the next 20 years in terms of our population age?
Younger people will account for a smaller proportion of the overall population
What effect may the ageing population have on staffing?
More geriatricians and elderly care clinicians required
More elderly care facilities required
What is multimorbidity?
The co-existence of two or more long-term conditions in an individual
What is an Anticipatory Care Plan?
individuals, their care providers and often those close to them, make decisions with respect to their future health or personal and practical aspects of care
How may an ACP be shared?
In the Key Information Summary (KMS)
What are some of the legal factors in an ACP?
Welfare power of attorney
Financial power of attorney
Guardianship
What are some of the personal factors in an ACP?
Statement of wishes regarding treatment Next of kin Consent to pass on information Preferred place of death Religious/cultural beliefs Current level of support
What are some medical factors in an ACP?
Potential problems Home care Palliative care guidelines Communication with other professionals Electronic care summary Assessment of capacity Current aids
What are some different types of home care?
Moving into family home Day care centre support Respite care Family member moves in Residential home Nursing home Hospital
