Aging Diseases
Alzheimer's disease
a form or dementia that causes progresses changes in the brain cells
Arthritis
an inflammation of the joints
Geriatric care
care provided to older individuals
Myths
False beliefs
Nocturia
urination at night
Cataracts
the transparent lens of the eye become cloudy or opaque
Cerebrovascular accident
a stroke
Ombudsman
specially trained individual who works with the elderly and their families
Gerontology
the scientific study of aging and the problems of the old
Glaucoma
a condition in which the intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with vision
Delirium
when confusion or disorientation is a temporary condition causes by a treatable condition
Incontinence
inability to control urination
Reality orientation
activities that help promote awareness of person,time,and place
Disability
physical or mental defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions
Disease
any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body
Dementia
a loss of mental ability
Dysphagia
difficulty swallowing
Spiritual
beliefs and practices of an individual
Bronchitis
in which the bronchioles become inflamed
Atherosclerosis
buildup of fats and other substances in and on artery walls
Osteoporosis
a condition in which calcium and other minerals are lost from the bones.
Emphysema
the alveoli lose their elasticity
Culture
the values, beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics that are passed
Arteriosclerosis
vascular disease where the blood vessels carrying oxygen away from the heart become damaged
Senile lentigines
dark yellow or brown spots