Aging disease
Alzheimer’s Disease
from of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells
Arthritis
inflammation of the joints
Autonomy
self governance or the battle to decide for oneself by making choices and pursing a course of action
Disability
a physical or menta defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions
Arteriosclerosis
a condition in which the wall fo blood vessels become think and lose their elasticity
Cerebrovascular accident
a stroke which causes brain cells
Cataracts
normally transparent lens of the eye become cloudy or opaque
Culture
values, ideas, customs, and characteristics that are passed from one generation to the next
Dysphagia
difficult swallowing
Atherosclerosis
the vessels become narrow because of deposits of fat and minerals such as calcium
Glaucoma
a condition in which the intraocular pressure of the eye increase and interferes with vision
Dementia
symptoms are causes by high fever, kidney infection. Dehydration which is also known as acute
Gerontology
scientific study of the aging and the problem of the old
Incontinence
the inability to control urination
Bronchitis
bronchioles become inflamed
Ombudsman
specifically trained individual who works with the elderly and their family, health care providers, and other concerned individuals to improve quality of life
Geriatric Care
care provided to older individuals
false beliefs
Nocturia
urination at night
Disease
defined as any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body
Osteoporosis
a condition in which calcium and other minerals are lost from the bones cause bones to become brittle and more likely to break
Reality orientation
consist is of activities that help promote awareness of person,time, and place.
Senile lentigines
dark yellow or brown colored spots
Spiritual
beliefs an practices of an individual
Emphysema
alveoli lost their elasticity