Falls
Risk factors for falls may include.
Decreased muscle mass, Decreased balance, changes in vision, changes in sensation, multiple medications, dizziness, pain, home hazards, inappropriate footwear and clothing, orthostatic hypotension
Does a phone call with a friend support your social health. True or false?
True
Hair commonly turns this color as we age
Grey
Treating someone differently because of their age
Ageism.
What did the bison say to his son when he left the ranch?
Bi-son.
Poor lighting and clutter are examples of these fall risks
Environmental hazards
Feeling disconnected even when around people is defined as
Loneliness
This tissue gradually decreases, which can lead to reduced strength.
Muscle Mass
Seeing aging as a normal part of life can help reduce this
Fear of aging
Why did the scarecrow get promoted?
Because he was outstanding in his field.
This is one of the most common injury caused by falls.
Hip fracture
This connection matters more for social health
Meaningful connections (quality over quantity)
This type of sound is harder to hear as we age
High-pitched sounds
Using a mobility aid helps maintain this important aspect of healthy aging.
Independence.
What did the grape say when it got stepped on?
Nothing, it just let out a little wine.
These are some strategies and techniques to prevent falls.
Staying active (increases and maintains strength and balance), proper footwear, vision checks, medication review, safe and clutter free environment, adequate nutrition.
Stand slowly, stabilize, scan, walk
Life changes that make staying socially connected more difficult.
Retirement, relocation, loss of a loved one, health/functional changes, caregiving, transportation or financial barriers.
The increased risk from bone density loss
Fractures/Broken Bones
A health behaviour associated with healthy aging.
Exercise, healthy eating or diet, or following proper medication directions.
What does it take to be an organ donor?
Guts
A sudden drop in blood pressure that happens when you change positions.
Orthostatic hypotension
One person loves bingo; another prefers calling family. Who has the healthier social life?
Either one; social health is personal and depends on meaningful connections and individual preferences.
The distance that is harder to see/focus on as we age
Up close/ nearby
Negative stereotypes portraying aging can influence this aspect of how people see themselves
self perception about aging
Why did the man fall into the well?
Because he couldn’t see that well.