Diseases
Alzheimer's Disease
A progressive, degenerative brain disease.
Cataracts
Clouding of the lens of the eye.
Delirium
Sudden, temporary confusion or disorientation
Geriatric Care
Medical care specifically tailored for the elderly.
Autonomy
The right of a patient to make their own decisions about their body and care.
Arteriosclerosis
General thickening and hardening of arterial walls
Cerebrovascular Accident
A stroke; blood flow to the brain is stopped.
Dysphagia
Difficulty or discomfort in swallowing.
Reality Orientation
Communication techniques used to restore a person's sense of time, place, and person.
Spiritual
The non-physical aspect of a person’s life, often involving faith or inner peace.
Atherosclerosis
Buildup of plaque specifically in the arteries.
Dementia
A broad category of brain diseases causing long-term loss of ability to think.
Incontinence
Inability to control bladder or bowel functions.
Ombudsman
A designated advocate who investigates complaints and protects residents' rights in care facilities.
Disability
a physical or mental impairment that limits major life activities.
Arthritis
Inflammation and stiffness of the joints.
Emphysema
Chronic lung disease involving damage to the air sacs.
Nocturia
The frequent need to urinate during the night.
Gerontology
the scientific study of the aging process itself.
Myths
False beliefs or stereotypes about aging (e.g., "becoming senile is a normal part of aging").
Bronchitis
infection or inflammation of the bronchial tubes.
Glaucoma
Increased pressure in the eyeball, damaging the optic nerve.
Senile Lentigines
flat, brown "age spots" on the skin.
Culture
The shared beliefs and traditions that influence how a person views health and aging.