Final Lecture #1

Question 1

the scientific study of the process of aging and the problems of aged persons including physical, mental, and social.

Answer 1

gerontology

Question 2

the branch of medicine that deals with the disease and treatment of older people

Answer 2

geriatrics

Question 3

LEARN model?

Answer 3

listen
explain
acknowledge
recommend
negotiate

Question 4

90+ queen of the UK

Answer 4

nonagenarian

Question 5

100+

Answer 5

centenarian

Question 6

suggest that every person has a optimum level of functioning for each position on the wellness continuum to achieve a good and satisfactory existence

Answer 6

wellness model

Question 7

a person’s motivation to reach their full potential as shown in Maslow’s theory, a person’s basic needs must be met before self-actualization can be achieved.

Answer 7

self-actualization

Question 8

they don’t associate with other age groups (don’t feel old) listen and understand what they say.

Answer 8

ageism

Question 9

absence of disease

Answer 9

health

Question 10

incorporates all aspects of one’s being
Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Social, Spiritual ,Cultural, and Environmental

Answer 10

wellness

Question 11

healthy lifestyle behaviors, stress management, active social engagement, cog stimulation, immunization (high dose flu vaccine = 60 mcg), Hemagglutinin per strain vs. 15 mcg.

Answer 11

primary prevention

Question 12

evidence-based screening guidelines, annual wellness visits, personalized prevention plan.

Answer 12

secondary prevention

Question 13

programmed and error theories

Answer 13

biological theories

Question 14

Maslow’s theory: Hierarchy of Needs (physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization)

Answer 14

developmental theories

Question 15

cells designed to age

Answer 15

programmed aging theories

Question 16

random errors in synthesis of DNA and RNA

Answer 16

error theories

Question 17

cells “wear out” or become damaged

Answer 17

wear and tear theory

Question 18

damage from errors with cross-linked proteins (glucose and cells being to attach and break down those proteins)

Answer 18

cross linkage theory

Question 19

activity and “staying young” indicates successful aging

Answer 19

activity theory

Question 20

continue roles, responsibilities, and activities for successful aging

Answer 20

continuity theory

Question 21

activity and continuity theory.

Answer 21

Psychological & developmental theories

Question 22

shared/learned beliefs, expectations, and behaviors in group

Answer 22

culture

Question 23

the development of cultural proficiency with increased awareness of our own beliefs and attitudes and those commonly seen in the community of HC. Recognize factors beyond culture.

Answer 23

culture awareness

Question 24

what the nurse brings to the caring situation and what the nurse learns about older adults, their families, their communities, their behaviors, and their expectations. Essential understanding of the way of life.

Answer 24

culture knowledge

Question 25

minority/marginalized person adopts majority culture

Answer 25

acculturation

Question 26

western medical paradigm and focus on disease/abnormalities in body systems

Answer 26

biomedical

Question 27

God or supernatural forces cause disease and good health is a blessing or reward.

Answer 27

Magico-religious

Question 28

health is a sign of balance and illness occurs with imbalance or disharmony

Answer 28

Naturalistic or Holistic

Question 29

differences in the state of health and in health outcomes between groups of people.

Answer 29

health disparity

Question 30

belief that one’s system is superior

Answer 30

Ethnocentrism

Question 31

simplified and standardized conception of a group

Answer 31

Stereotyping

Question 32

excess burden of illness or the difference between the expected incidence and prevalence and that which occurs in excess, in a comparison population groups.

Answer 32

health inequity

Question 33

fastest growing segment of the population, increased chance of no insurance, most likely to live alone (white women), extended social network (doing activities with others.)

Answer 33

older women

Question 34

not many left in the baby boom generation, black males have the shortest life span, and assumptions made about social/economic status (corporate America/veterans.)

Answer 34

older men