intro to med ch. 09
Alzheimer's disease
form of dementia tat causes progressive changes in brain cells
Arthritis
inflammation of joints
Arteriosclerosis
the walls of blood vessels become think and loose their elasticity
Autonomy
self governance, the ability to decide for oneself by making choices/pursuing actions
Bronchitis
bronchioles become inflamed
Cataracts
the normally transparent lens of the eye becomes cloudy and opaque
Cerebrovascular accident
stroke, damage to the brain, can sometimes result in chronic confusion or disorientation
Culture
values, beliefs ideas, customs and characters that are passed from ones generation to the next.
Delirium
confusion or disorientation
Dementia
brain syndrome, loss of mental ability
Disability
physical or mental defect or handicap that interferes with normal functions
Disease
any condition that interferes with the normal function of the body
Dysphagia
difficulty swallowing
Emphysema
alveoli lose their elasticity
Geriatric care
care provided to older individuals
Gerontology
scientific study of aging and the problems of the old
Glaucoma
intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with vision
Incontinence
inability to control urination
Myths
false beliefs
Nocturia
urination at night becomes common
Ombudsman
ensures the right of the elderly
Osteoporosis
bones become more likely to break
Reality orientation
activities that help promote awareness of person, time, and place.
Senile lentigines
dark yellow or brown spots
Spiritual
beliefs and practices of an individual