Ch. 10 The Older Person Flashcards
1
Q
development
A
changes in mental, emotional, and social function
2
Q
developmental task
A
a skill that must be completed during a stage of development for development to continue
3
Q
geriatrics
A
the care of aging people
4
Q
gerontology
A
the study of aging people
5
Q
growth
A
the physical changes that are measured and that occur in a steady, orderly manner
6
Q
menopause
A
the time when menstruation stops and menstrual cycles end; there has been at least 1 year without a menstrual period
7
Q
sexuality
A
the physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual factors that affect a person’s feelings, attitudes, and behaviors about one’s gender identity and sexual behavior
