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