Definitions S Flashcards
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Basic human needs
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Elements necessary for survival, and physical and mental well-being
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Defense mechanisms
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Unconscious behaviors that may be displayed when under stress
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Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
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Major national legislation passed to protect nursing home residents and ensure their quality of life
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Psychological effects of aging
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Exploration of feelings, emotional stress, physical, and psychosocial adjustments that are part of the aging process