Physical Decline of the Elderly Flashcards
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gerontology
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-the study of all aspects of the aging process and its consequences
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geriatrics
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-deals with the psychological and physiological aspects of aging and with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting older adults
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gerontological nursing
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-concerned with assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating health and functional status of older adults
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gerontic nursing
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-emphasizes nurturing, caring, and comforting more than treatment of disease
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ageism
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discrimination against people because of increasing of age
- limits access to care
- undermines self-confidence
- distort understanding of the uniqueness of each individual
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what seniors want
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- positive outlook on life
- physical health
- connection
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functional ability
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the capacity and safe performance of ADLs
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many older adults define their health as the ability to…..
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function independently
