Geriatrics Unit 4 test
pathology - ANS-the nature of the disease
chronic illness - ANS-Disease that lasts at least 6 months. Can't be prevented by vaccines, but
can be controlled or managed At least 80% of elderly have 2 or more . Develop over time until
major deficits manifest
acute illness - ANS-illness that develops rapidly. Lasts a few minutes to less than 1 month. Goal
is to cure it. Needs immediate care
CVA - ANS-Cerebral vascular accident.....STROKE
CHF - ANS-congestive heart failure
osteoporosis - ANS-disease in which bones become fragile, they lose density, and are more
likely to fracture.....loss of minerals and calcium in the bone
deconditioning/disuse syndrome - ANS-lose physical functions..............decreased activity may
compound aging changes in the musculoskeletal system, such as decreased muscle mass and
decreased muscle strength
cataract - ANS-clouding of the lens of the eye. most common pathological vision condition.
blurred vision and difficulty with night time vision while drivin. Surgery to fix
macular degeneration - ANS-destroys the most sight.....person loses central vision. Vitamin A,
C, E and Zinc supplements help to reduce progression .
glaucoma - ANS-LEADING causes of blindness.....results from increased pressure in the eye
that damages the optic nerve. TUNNEL VISION....controlled with meds
hemosiderosis - ANS-permanent brown discoloration of lower extremities, due to small
hemmorrhages
proper hygiene - ANS-washing hands and taking care proper care of soiled materials. Use
STANDARD PRECAUTIONS
immune system - ANS-the bodys defense system against invasion from harmful bacteria, fungi,
viruses, paarasites and other microorganisms......white blood cells "fighter cells", lymphatic
system, antibodies
, nursing role in manging infections is... - ANS-recognizing, reporting, documenting signs and
symptoms of infection, complying with medical direction for care and preventing the spread of
infection
proteins and fluids - ANS-eating these nutrients.....boost the immune system
3 ways to prevent UTI's - ANS-1. drink adequate fluids........2. empty the bladder
frequently........3. if incontinence occurs, clean skin and change soiled clothes
4 vaccines people over 60 should have - ANS-FLU, Tdap (tetnus, diphtheria, pertussis),
shingles, pneumococcal pneumonia
stool culture - ANS-lab test used to identify the infecting organism of food borne illnesses
elderly and STD's MYTH - ANS-it is believed that the elderly do not participte or enjoy sex.
FALSE.....with the development of ED drugs and creams, sexual activity among the elderly has
INCREASED , as have the amount of STD's7
elderly need to be tauaght.... - ANS-SAFE SEX....signs and symptoms of STD's
west nile virus - ANS-tranmitted from MOSQUITOES
to prevent the spread of STD's.... - ANS-get a sexual history....keep it confidential
TB - ANS-older adults have a high probability to be exposed to it....signs and symptoms of
ACTIVE TB: night sweats, weight loss, low-grade fever, chronic cough
tb screening is conducted on.... - ANS-ALL nursing home residents to determine undiagnosed
cases. Sputum specimen
fungal skin infections - ANS-athletes foot, thicked nails on the toes and fingers
viral skin infections - ANS-herpes zoster (shingles) and herpes simplex
parasitic skin infections - ANS-lice, scabies
chronic incontinence - ANS-incontinence that persists even after reversible causes have been
ruled out or treated. Usually gradual and worsens over time
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