Aging Diseases
Arthritis
inflammation of the joints, causing the joints to become stiff, less flexible, and painful
Arteriosclerosis
thickening and loss of elasticity in the blood vessels
Geriatric care
care provided to the elderly
Myths
false beliefs
Thrombus
blood clot
Nocturia
urination at night
osteoporosis
a condition where bones become brittle and more susceptible to fractures due to loss of bone density
Autonomy
self-governance or ability to decide for one's self
Dysphagia
difficult swallowing
Spiritual
beliefs and practices of an individual and can affect the lifestyle of an individual
Incontinence
the inability to control urination
Incontinence
Inability to control urination, a common issue in older adults
Reality orientation
activities that help promote awareness of a person, time, and place
Nocturia
urination at night
Disease
any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body
Alzheimer's disease
a form of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells
Senile lentigines
Dark Yellow/ Brown colored spots that can be called "liver spots"
Autonomy
self-governance or ability to decide for one's self
Disability
defined as a physical or mental defect that interferes with normal function
Bronchitis
when the bronchioles become inflamed
Dementia
loss of mental ability; decrease in intellectual change and disorientation
Transient ischemic attacks
mini-strokes that result in temporary periods of diminished blood
Ombudsman
a specially trained individual who works with the elderly and their families, health care providers, and other concerned individuals
Cerebrovascular accident
one of the causes of chronic dementia
Arteriosclerosis
a condition in which the walls of the blood vessel become thick and lose elasticity