What are the categories of the elderly? - ANSWER-The young- 60-74
The old- 75-84
The old old - 85-100
Centenarians- 100+
What are some resources for caregivers of Alzheimer's? - ANSWER--
Healthcare providers
-Respite care
-Hospice
-Assisted Living
-Home Care Services
What happens during late stages of Alzheimer's? - ANSWER-Lose
ability to respond to the environment, speak, and control movement
What is gerontological nursing? - ANSWER-Nursing sub specialty
dealing particularly with the care of older adults
What are the physical changes with aging? - ANSWER--Integumentary
-Neuromuscular
-Sensory/ Perception
-Pulmonary
-Cardiovascular
,_Gastrointestinal
-Urinary
What are some good health promotion for the elderly? - ANSWER--
Health test's and screening
-Safety
-Nutrition
-Elimination
-Social Interactions
What are the stages of Alzheimer's? - ANSWER--Early or mild
-Middle or moderate
-Late or severe
The most common form of Dementia? - ANSWER-Alzheimer's Disease
What is Dementia? - ANSWER-A group of conditions that gradually
destroy brain cells and lead to progressive decline in function
What are some non-pharmacologic treatments for Alzheimer's? -
ANSWER--Try to keep a routine
-Redirect Attention
-Never argue
-Relaxation strategies
How does vitamin E help Alzheimer's? - ANSWER-May help brain cells
defend against free radicals
, What are the nursing responsibilities for Memantine? - ANSWER--
Assess client's cognitive ability
-Assess for side effects of constipation
What teaching should happen for Memantine? - ANSWER--Take daily
-Refrigerate medication
-Educate side effects
What does Memantine do? - ANSWER-Regulates the activity of
glutamate, brain's messenger chemical involved in info processing,
storage and retreival
What are the top Alzheimer's medications? - ANSWER--
Cholinesterase inhibitors
-Memantine
What are some cognitive changes with aging? - ANSWER--Memory
-Perception
-Learning
What are the psychosocial theories of aging? - ANSWER--
Disengagement
-Activity
-Continuity
-Ego integrity vs. Despair
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