Theories Of Aging Flashcards by Wadhha Alajmi

Understand the different parts of the international classification of functioning, disability, and health.

Understood

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What does aging affect?

Body structure and function.
(Cells, tissues, organs)
The way we perform our ADL.
( walk, run, go up and down the stairs)
The way we participate in the community.
( work, socialize, gym, hobbies)

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Aging is affected by (contextual factors):

Personal factors.
Environmental factors.

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True or false

Aging is a fundamental process affecting our structure and function

True

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True or false

Rate and magnitude of change differ from person to person

True

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When adding sedentary lifestyle to inadequate nutrition, excess body weight, smoking or alcohol consumption, the BIOLOGICAL DECLINE will be ______________ in magnitude

Greater

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True or false

Aging depends on personal factors only

False

Personal and environmental factors

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The perception of someone as being old is a _________________ that can differ among cultures

Social construct

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Not a question. Just appreciate this study. Basically they were going around asking people when they think old age starts. Notice that the younger people chose an earlier age compared to the older people.

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The WHO defined geriatric population as “ any adult aged _______________ “

Should we rely strictly on this chronological criterion? Why or why not?

65 years or older

We should NOT Rely strictly on this chronological criterion as the onset of any geriatric health issue may occur to people as early as their 50s

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What are the old age sub-groups?

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How can you tell if a person is old?

Chronological age

Physical features

Personal behaviors

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How our culture reacts towards the old

( not sure what is meant by the slide , so just read)

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Is the aging population increasing or decreasing?

Aging population is increasing rapidly!

By 2050
- people age 60+ : increase from 605 million to 2 billion
- people aged 80+: reach 400 million

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What is the main health burden for older people?

Give examples

Non-communicable diseases are the MAIN health burdens for older people.

They include :
- cardiovascular disease
- Chronic respiratory disease
- cancer
- Diabetes

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Most of the older adults are __________________ BUT the environment surrounding them is not designed to meet their needs .

Community dwellers

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True or false

Effective, community-level primary healthcare for older people is very important

True

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With the increase in life expectancy of more than 10 years, the number of chronic diseases has _____________ among older Kuwaiti adults.

INCREASED

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Older age was associated with ________ prevalence of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

HIGH

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Compared to physically INACTIVE adults, physically ACTIVE adults have:

Faster walking speed

Stronger grip

Better balance and quality of life

Less chronic diseases

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Aging in Kuwait: what are some of the healthcare facilities and services provided for the elderly

Healthy aging starts with ?

Healthy behaviors in EARLIER stages of life.

In 2002, WHO released a policy frame on ACTIVE AGING to apply the principles of independence and participation, and to improve the quality of life.

Aging friendly cities have been applied, especially in developing countries .

What is meant by active aging?

The process of optimizing opportunities for health, participation and security, in order to enhance quality of life as people age.

(Google)

Several theories were established to explain why we age; what are some of these theories?

Whole body inflammation

Wear and tear

Biological clock based on genetic programming

Explain Row and Khan’s theory (1987)

Their theory suggested that : aging is a combination of: - Age-related decline in functional ability - Modifiable risk factors Usual Aging VS Successful Aging model

What is successful aging

Absence of disease and disability High cognitive and physical functioning Active engagement with life

What is the limitation of Row and Khan’s Usual VS Successful Aging Model?

It doesn’t make room for CHRONIC diseases Most older adults have at least one chronic disease and many older adults live with functional limitation and disability caused by chronic diseases.

Explain Brummel-Smith 2007 “ Optimal Aging” - what is it defined as ? - what does this concept emphasize ?

The ability to function across many areas — Physical, functional, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual — despite one’s medical conditions The concept recognizes the importance of improving functional ability of older adults, regardless of the presence or absence of a chronic health condition .

Too easy and common sense Just read it.

How does physical therapy reduce the effects of chronic diseases?

By encouraging restorative changes that stop or reverse the downward functional cycle

When compared to each other, older adults become increasingly DISSIMILAR with increasing age. Provide an example

Slippery slope of aging - what does it represent ? - define each point .

Represents 4 points where changes in physiological ability can affect function, participation, and disability.

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ sports competition, senior olympics”

Physically elite

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ High-risk and power sports i.e hand-gliding / weightlifting “

Physically elite

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ moderate physical work”

Physically fit

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ all endurance sports and games”

Physically fit

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ Most hobbies “

Physically fit

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ very light physical work”

Physically independent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ hobbies i.e gardening, walking”

Physically independent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ low physical demand activities i.e golf, dance, driving “

Physically independent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ Can pass all IADLs”

Physically independent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ light housekeeping”

Physically frail

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ food preparation”

Physically frail

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ grocery shopping”

Physically frail

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “Can pass some IADLs, all BADLs”

Physically frail.

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ May be homebound”

Physically frail

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ cannot pass some or all BADLs i.e walking/bathing/dressing/eating”

Physically dependent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ Needs home or institutional care”

Physically dependent

Label the following whether it is: Physically elite Physically fit Physically independent Physically frail Physically dependent Disability “ dependent in all BADLs”

Disability

Age bias in the work field towards older patients

Given low priority Less time spent to make human connection with Undertreated Perceived as : - Having low potential for improvement - Unmotivated - Noncompliant - Confused - Dependent on others