ATI - Chapter 24 Flashcards
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases skin tugor and ____.
moisture
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____ fat.
subcutaneous
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ in hair causing graying.
melanin
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____, especially in near vision.
visual acuity
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases sense of _____.
taste
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____, especially for high pitched sounds.
auditory acuity
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ muscle mass.
skeletal
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases calcium and ___.
bone density.
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases blood vessel _____.
elasticity
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases respiratory ____.
vital capacity
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases large _____ muscle tone.
intestine
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ___ secretions.
gastric
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ filtration rate.
glomerular
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases _____ hormones.
estrogen/testosterone
In middle adults (35-65) physical development decreases ____ tolerance.
glucose
Middle adults cognitive development is affected with aging. ___ time and speed of performance slow slightly. Memory is intact. Crystallized intelligence remains (stored knowledge) Fluid intelligence (how to learn and process new info) _____ slightly.
reaction
declines
Middle adults use life as an opportunity for creativity and _____.
productivity
Middle adults have concern for ___.
others
Middle adults consider parenting and ____.
important task
Middle adults contribute to the well being of the _____.
next generation
Middle adults strive to do well in one’s _____.
own environment
Middle adults adjust to changes in physical appearance and ____.
abilities
Middle adults adjust to changes in physical appearance and ____.
abilities
Middle adults have religious maturity, spiritual beliefs and religion can take on ____.
added importance
Middle adults can become more ______ in their convictions.
secure
Middle adults often have advanced ____.
moral development
Some middle adults have issues related to menopause, sexuality, depression, irritability, difficulty with sexual identity, _______ and ability to provide support. Marital changes with the death of a _____.
job performance
spouse or divorce
In middle adults, sex drive can ____ as a result of declining hormones, chronic disorders, or _____.
decrease
medications
In middle adults, changes in physical appearance can raise concerns about _____.
desirability
In middle adults women’s symptoms of menopause can represent as loss of _____ or femininty and new interest in intimacy.
reproductive role
In middle adults men have a _____ in strength that can be frustrating or frightening.
decrease
Middle age adults need to maintain and strengthen ____.
intimacy
Middle age adults experience empty nest syndrome: experiencing ____ when children move away from home.
sadness
Middle age adults provide assistance to aging ____, adult children and grandchildren, giving this stage of life the name ______.
parents
sandwich generation
In middle adults that are at risk for alterations in health due to obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, cancer, _______ and psychosocial stressors.
substance abuse disorders (alcohol)
Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening including DXA for ______.
osteoporosis
Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening eye exams for _____ and other disorders every 2 to 3 years or annually depending on provider.
glaucoma
Middle age adults should follow age related guidelines for screening for _____ for anxiety and depression.
mental health
Nutrition counseling for middle adults generally includes obtaining adequate _____. Increasing the consumption of whole grains and fresh fruits and veggies. Limiting ____ and cholesterol. Increasing vitamin D and calcium supplementation (especially for women)
protein
fats
