ageism and elderly care

Question 1

Home care is recognized as ____. What implication does this cause

Answer 1

An extended health service. It is not covered by the Canada health act so it is under-funded, not affordable, and accessible to vulnerable populations

Question 2

Romanow Commission (2002) described home care as

Answer 2

the fastest growing component of healthcare and an essential health service

Question 3

Home care varies provincially but usually includes

Answer 3

Nursing, personal care, PT, OT, SW, speech therapy, dietetics, medical equipment

Question 4

Role of home health nursing provides care to

Answer 4

to acute, chronically ill, and well clients of all ages in a variety of community settings (i.e. home, school, workplace)

Question 5

From 1920-2020, the life expectancy for Canadians increased from

Answer 5

around 60 to over 82 years of age

Question 6

In 2036

Answer 6

1 in 4 Canadians will be over 65 yo and elderly will outnumber youth

Question 7

Agism is

Answer 7

a negative stereotype serving to discriminate against individuals based on their age

Question 8

8 Domains of age-friendly communities

Answer 8

Outdoor spaces and buildings
Community support and health services
Transportation
Communication and information
Civic participation and employment
Respect and social inclusion
Social participation
Housing

Question 9

If a nurse suspects elderly abuse

Answer 9

Nurses MUST identify and report any suspicions or confirmed cases

Question 10

Social isolation and access to services are associated with many negative health outcomes, and certain groups are more at risk because of

Answer 10

Language barriers, rural, remote, Indigenous Peoples