Vocab
Alzheimer's Disease
A form of dementia that causes progressive changes in brain cells
Dysphagia
DIfficulty swallowing
Incontinence
The inability to to control urination or bowel movements
Glaucoma
Intraocular pressure of the eye increases and interferes with vision
Bronchitis
Bronchioles become inflamed
Delirium
Confusion or disorientation
Arteriosclerosis
Thickening and hardening of the walls of the arteries
Emphysema
Alveoli loses elasticity
Cataracts
A clouding of the eye’s lens, leading to blurry vision or vision loss
Reality orientation
A therapeutic approach to help individuals with memory loss by reinforcing awareness of time, place, and identity
Myths
False beliefs
Dementia
Brain syndrome
Arthritis
Inflammation of the joints
Geriatric Care
Care provided to older individuals
Senile lentigines
Dark yellow or brown colored spots
Nocturia
Frequent urination during the night, disrupting sleep
Cerebrovascular accident
Stroke
Disability
Physical or mental defect
Artherosclerosis
Walls of blood vessels become thick and lose their elasticity
Gerontolgy
Scientific study of aging and the problems of getting old
Culture
Values, beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics
Ombudsman
Specially trained individuals who works with elderly and their families to improve quality of life
Osteoporosis
Calcium and other materials are lost from the bones
Disease
Condition that interferes with the normal functioning of the body
Autonomy
The ability to make independent decisions and maintain control over one’s life