ch 5 - cognition and learning Flashcards
the process of
acquiring, storing, sharing,
and using information
cognition
components of cognitive function
- language
- thought
- memory
- executive function
- judgment
- attention
- perception
factors that can impact cognition
- education
- environment
- nutrition
- age related changes
- life experiences
- physical function
- emotions
- biomedical and physiological factors
- genetics
what is neuroplasticity
ability to improve or decline brain function
factors affecting cognitive reserve capacity (7)
- genetics
- health
- education
- occupation
- lifestyle
- leisure activities
- life experiences
changes in cognition from young person to older adult (5)
- more equal use of both hemispheres of brain
- greater density of synapses
- more of use of frontal lobes (greater abstract reasoning)
- better problem solving
- better concept formation
Ability to retain and store
information and retrieve
when needed
memory
3 components of memory
- immediate recall
- short term recall
- remote or long term
how is memory affected by age
decline of recall with new information
what would be considered abnormal (i.e.: dementia) related to memory and thought function in older adults (5)
- making poor judgments and decisions a lot of the time
- problems managing finances
- losing track of date, time, or year
- trouble having conversation
- misplacing things often and being unable to find them
tips for improving memory (7)
- pay attention to task at hand/avoid multitasking
- involve your senses
- use repetition
- chunk it and organize it
- mnemonic devices
- relate info to what you already know
- adequate sleep/stress relief/physical activity
what are the 4 steps to a beautiful mind
- nutrition (low fat, vitamins)
- mentally engaged (continued learning and skills)
- socially connected
- physically active
The capacity to which individuals can obtain, process, and understand basic health information
health literacy
nursing tips for gerontological population (5)
- use plain language and knowledge no higher than 6th grade level
- teach back
- increase understanding of meds
- be pt advocate
- increase pt health literacy
how to improve health literacy in older adults (6)
- schedule appt when pt is rested
- short sessions
- plain language, repeat points continually
- use bigger font, bold main points
- avoid charts with rows and columns
- teach back
