Ch. 09 Key Terms
what is Alzheimer's disease?
- a form of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells
what is Bronchitis?
the bronchioles become inflamed
what is Disability?
a physical or mental defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions
what is Gerontology?
the scientific study of aging and the problems of the old
what is Cerebrovascular accident?
stroke
what is Arteriosclerosis
a condition in which the walls of blood vessels become think and lose their elasticity
what is Cataracts?
where the normally transparent lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque
what is Disease?
defined as any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body
what is Glaucoma?
a condition in which the intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with vision
what is Ombudsman?
trained individual who works with the elderly and their families, health care providers, and other concerned individuals to improve quality of care and quality of life.
what is Arthritis?
an inflammation of the joints, causes the joints to become stiff, less flexible, and painful
what is Culture?
the values, beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics that are passed from one generation to the next
what is Dysphagia?
difficult swallowing
what is Incontinence?
loss of muscle tone results
what is Osteoporosis?
a condition in which calcium and other minerals are lost from the bones, causes the bones to become brittle and more likely to fracture or break
what is Atherosclerosis?
vessels become narrow because of deposits of fat and minerals
what is Delirium?
when confusion or disorientation is a temporary condition caused by a treatable condition
what is Emphysema?
the alveoli lose their elasticity
what isMyths?
false beliefs
what is Reality orientation ?
consists of activities that help promote awareness of person, time and place
what is Autonomy
self-governance or the ability to decide for oneself by making choices and pursuing a course of action, can be frustrating and upsetting
what is Dementia?
brain syndrome
what is Geriatric care?
care provided to older individuals
what is Nocturia?
urination at night
what is Senile lentigines?
dark yellow or brown colored spots