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Gerontology. Discuss the wording and terms of aging. How does wording help to stereotype
individuals of specific ages? Discuss the terminology and differences between
senior adults and the eldest adults. How do these terms relate to gerontology and
geriatrics?
3. Differentiate between the needs of the adult who has normal concerns related
to aging, and one who has significant health issues. Discuss the different aspects
of their IADLs and their ADLs.
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8. Define presbyopia and presbycusis. List nursing measures to assist an adult to
meet communication needs.
9. State the nursing measures needed to assist an older person to compensate
for impaired proprioception. Discuss the relationship between proprioception and
injuries due to falls.
10. State five warning signs of elder abuse. Identify three nursing interventions
that are necessary for suspected elder abuse.
11. Name five areas of loss that influence lifestyle as an individual ages.
,12. Discuss the concept of cumulative loss in adults.
Senior adult
Adult whose age ranges between 50 and 79 years and who has the normal
biologic effect of those years
Eldest adult
An individual of about 80 years and older who has accumulated the physical and
psychological effects of normal development, as well as difficulties related to
aging
Gerontology
The study of the effects of normal aging and age-related diseases
Geriatrics
The branch of medicine concerned with the problems and illnesses of aging and
their treatment
Gerontologic nursing
The branch of nursing that assists people to age in a healthy manner and to
promote and maintain wellness in late life
Geriatric nursing
Nursing care of adults who have one or more health issues
Common Changes in Aging *****
Decreased functioning of organs, reaction time, tactile sensations, and decreased
capacity for recovery from wounds, injury, or illness
, Changes in visual and auditory acuity; decreased reaction time
Unsteady gait, decreased sense of balance, and stiff joints
Increased emotional, socioeconomic, and physical losses
Combinations of chronic illnesses, poor dietary habits, and lack of exercise
Integumentary system on gerontology
SYSTEMIC CHANGES AND MANIFESTATION:
Thinning of epidermis, which increases the risk to skin bruising and skin tears:
wrinkling, sagging, decreased ability to maintain hydration.
Loss of subcutaneous fat, pigment and elasticity:
less protection against temperature changes
Paler skin, graying, graying hair, less protection against sun damage
Decreased dermis vascularity
Increased incident of trauma
CLIENT TEACHING
Encourage client to drink plenty of fluids, dress appropriately for climate changes
Encourage the use of sunscreens with appropriate ultraviolet protection
Suggest using good lubricating lotions and bathing less often. Caution the client
to guard against injuries because they take longer to heal
Suggest ways to guard against injuries
Integumentary system
SYSTEMIC CHANGES & MANIFESTATIONS
-Slower reproduction of new hair and skin cells
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