Ch. 09 Geriatric Care
What is Alzheimer's disease
Form of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells.
What is Arteriosclerosis
Condition in which the walls of blood vessels become thick and lose their elasticity.
What is Arthritis
Inflammation of the joints, causing the joints to become stiff, less flexible and painful.
What is Atherosclerosis
Condition in which the blood vessels become narrow because of deposits of fat and minerals such as calcium.
What is Autonomy
Self-governance of the ability to decide for oneself by making choices and pursuing a course of action.
What is Bronchitis
The chronic condition in which the bronchioles become inflamed.
What is Cataracts
Eye condition where the transparent lens becomes cloudy or opaque.
What is Cerebrovascular accident
Stroke that damages brain cells.
What is Culture
The values, beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics that are passed from one generation to the next.
What is Delirium
Temporary confusion or disorientation caused by a treatable condition.
What is Dementia
Brain syndrome, loss of mental ability characterized by a decrease in intellectual ability, loss of memory, impaired judgment, personality change, and disorientation.
What is Disability
A physical or mental defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions.
What is Disease
Any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body.
What is Dysphagia
Difficult swallowing.
Whati s Emphysema
The chronic condition of the alveoli losing their elasticity.
What is Geriatric care
Care provided to older individuals.
What is Gerontology
The scientific study of aging and the problems of the old.
What is Glaucoma
Condition in which the intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with vision.
What is Incontinence
Inability to control urination that is the result of loss of muscle tone.
What is Myths
False beliefs.
What is Nocturia
Urination at night.
What is Ombudsman
Specially trained individual who works with the elderly and their families, health care providers, and other concerned individuals to improve quality of care and quality of life.
What is Osteoporosis
A condition in which calcium and other minerals are lost from the bones, causing the bones to become brittle and more likely to fracture or break.
What is Reality orientation
Activities that help promote awareness of person, time, and place.
What is Senile lentigines
Dark yellow or brown colored spots.