Nutrition
What are normal changes to the body?
Taking more medications than necessary
What is polypharmacy?
What are reasons brain health is important?
Fractures, head injuries, mobility loss
What are consequences of falls?
What are consequences of chronic stress?
Low-fat or fat-free yogurt
What are healthy alternatives?
Keep this on your fridge or with you
What is a list of your medications?
What are signs of decline in brain processing?
What are risk factors for falls?
Family dynamics, health status, social media, politics, finances
What are examples of stressors?
Protein, calcium and vitamin D, fiber, and vitamin B12
What are vital nutrients?
Dangerous side effects or drug interactions
What are consequences of polypharmacy?
Age, poor nutrition, smoking and substance use, genetics and social isolation
What are risk factors for poor brain health?
Walkers, nonskid socks, staying active
What are ways to prevent falls?
Mediation, physical activity, social involvement, rest and having fun
What are ways to de-stress?
Calories, fat, sodium, cholesterol, carbohydrates, calories
What are items in a nutrition label?
This device helps your organize your pills for the week
What is a pill organizer?
Heart disease, diabetes, COPD
What are conditions that affect brain health?
Remain calm, call for help, find a good place to sit and rest
What are things to do if you have a fall?
Setting healthy limits and saying "no" when you need to
What is setting boundaries?
Budget restrictions, immobility, isolation and inactivity
What are factors that prevent good nutrition?
Medication name, dosage, frequency, reason for taking, prescribing doctor
What are items you should include in your medication list?
What are ways to promote brain health?
Remove rugs and electrical cords, get nightlights, install grab bars
What are safety checks to do in your home?
What are reasons to contact your provider?