Class 12 - Late Adulthood: Cognition Flashcards
1
Q
among the young-old (60-75), cognitive changes are fairly _____ (small/large)
A
small
2
Q
If an older adult presents with memory issues, what should we think it is due to? (4)
A
- DO NOT assume dementia and cannot be reversed
- infections
- medications
- Dehydration
3
Q
Strategies to promote health cognition is to prevent chronic illness. What are interventions for that? (4)
A
- Staying physically active
- Eating a healthy balanced diet
- Being social with family and friends
- Keeping intellectually active
4
Q
True or false: Most married men will have a spouse until they die, but most married women will live along for many years
A
true
5
Q
What are the predictability factors that a single older adult in Canada will live with a child or with other relatives? (4)
A
- health
- income
- Adult children’s characteristics
- Public home care and social support services
6
Q
What are the 3 components of successful aging?
A
- good physical health
- The retention of mental abilities
- A continuing engagement in social and productive activities
7
Q
What other factors indicate successful aging? (2)
A
- An individual’s subjective sense of life satisfaction
- Generativity - still feel like you are contributing to society
