Characteristics
What is considered "old"
75-90
What is clockwork theory
connective tissue cells have an internal clock that genetically stops cell reproduction
What are some factors related to malnutrition?
lifestyle, body composition, medications
T or F
The older population can still be sexually active
True
What are examples of a healthy lifestyle?
exercise, diet modification, health screening/maintenance, regular immunization, early diagnosis and treatment of health problems
What is the word for difficulty swallowing that puts one at higher risk for aspiration?
Dysphagia
What is immune system failure?
Decline in the immune system function cases the body to slow its response
What is an example of a complex carb?
whole-grains, cereals
Which of Eriksons stages is this group in?
What are 2 examples of immunizations the older adult should have?
Tetanus, shingles, PNA, Influenza
In older adults, lung tissue and vital capacity decreases and they have less effective cough. This puts them at higher risk for what?
Respiratory Infections
What is activity theory
Achieve satistfaction by maintaining a high level of social activity and involvement
How much protein intake should the late adult have daily?
12-13%
What is the difference between long-term and short-term memory
long-term = remote
short-term= recent
Describe delirium
acute impairment in cognition and attention
What exercise is important to incease heart performance?
Walking
What is wear-and-tear theory
After repeated injury, cells wear out and cease to function
What are signs of dehydration?
Altered mental sttus, dry mouth/tongue, decreased UOP, sunken eyes
What are moral beliefs based on?
Lifetime of experiences and interactions
What is a living will
determined when the patient is still compentent, about future treatment if desired
Post menopausal women lose what quicker than men
bone mass
What is disengagement theory
suggests that society and the individual gradually withdraw or disengage from each other
How many drinks can a male and female have per day?
male-2
female- 1
What are factors of intelligence?
genetics, education, socioeconomics, overall state of health
What are 3 conditions associated with inactivity
coronary artery disease
hypertension
DM
Colon CA
anxiety/ depression