Diseases
Alzheimer's disease
A form of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells.
Cerebrovascular accident
A stroke which damages brain cells
Dysphagia
Difficult swallowing
Glaucoma
a condition in which the intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with the vision.
Myths
False beliefs
Arteriosclerosis
a condition in which the walls of blood vessels become thick and lose elasticity
Delirium
when confusion or disorientation is a temporary condition caused by a treatable condition
Emphysema
A chronic condition in which the alveoli lose their elasticity
Cataracts
where the normally transparent lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque
Culture
Values, beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics that are passed from one generation to another.
Arthritis
an inflammation of the joints, causes the joints to become stiff, less flexible, and painful
Dementia
A loss of mental ability characterized by a decrease in intellectual ability, loss of memory, impaired judgement, personality changes, and disorientation.
Incontinence
inability to control urine.
Gerontology
The scientific study of aging and the problems of the old.
Spiritual
beliefs and practices of an individual
Atherosclerosis
a condition in which the blood vessels become narrow due to a lack of fat and minerals such as calcium
Disability
a physical or mental defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions
Transient ischemic attacks
Mini strokes
Nocturia
urination at night
Reality Orientation
consists of activities that help promote awareness of person, place and time.
Bronchitis
A condition in which the bronchial tubes become inflamed, decrease the efficiency and function of the respiratory system even more severely.
Disease
Any condition that interferes with the normal functioning of the body.
Senile lentigines
Dark yellow or brown colored spots
Thrombus
Blood clot
Geriatric care
A care provided for older people