Lecture 1- Intro Flashcards
1
Q
Gerontology vs. Geriatrics
A
Gerontology- the study of aging
Geriatrics- the study of health and practice of medicine within gerontology
2
Q
A geriatric person is what age?
A
65 or older!
3
Q
Young old = ?
Middle Old = ?
Old Old = ?
A
young old = 65-74
Middle Old = 75-84
Old old = 85 and older
4
Q
what percentage of elderly 85 and older need assistance with everyday activities?
A
50%
