Developmental
What age group focuses on continuing an established lifestyle or reorganizing life
Middle Adult
Loose rugs on the floor can lead to this
Falls
What is an example of a common health problem of the middle adult?
cancer, Cardiac disease, depression, DM, CVA, substance abuse, arthritis
S
Sleep disorders
This age group is from ages 35-60
What age group focuses on raising children into adults and dealing with aging parents
Middle adults
Having multiple medications to take at the same time (usually more than 5)
Polypharmacy
Genetics, healthcare factors, risk factors, socioeconomic and race/ethnicity factors
P
Problems with eating or feeding
This term is used for myths and misconceptions surrounding the older adult
Ageism
This happens to older adults' integumentary system
Skin becomes more frail and fragile
In older adults, reaction times may be delayed leading to what safety issues?
Falling, driving
Dementia, Alzheimer's, depression may occur and lead to cognitive impairment in this age group
Older adult
I
Incontinence
This age group is from age 60 and beyond
Older adult
This happens to the GI/GU system of older adults
GI motility slows down leading to constipation and incontinence becomes more frequent
Overdose, med confusion, toxicity
What can nurses do to promote sleep and rest for the older adult?
Make room quiet, bundle care, limit naps,
C
Confusion
Delirium
This age group reflects on their life as either successful or regretful
Older adults
What is the nurse's role in elder abuse?
Mandated reporters
What is the name of the test used to assess skin elasticity?
Skin Turgor
E and S
Evidence of falls and skin breakdown
This would be an example of preventative healthcare
Vaccines, hearing a helmet, etc