middle age
What is the term for taking care of children and older adults simultaneously
Sandwich Generaton
Identify social determinants of health in the older population
social isolation social security money accessible neighborhoods
What is an anticipatory loss
A loss that has not yet taken place
Infancy
Rapid motor growth, early attachments
Age walks without help
15 months
Why is intimacy a problem in this group
menopause/ decrease testosterone / decrease stamina
A physiological insufficiency of optical accommodation associated with aging leading to decreased ability to focus on close objects
Presbyopia
What is prolonged grief
Lasts 6 months or more and interferes with ability to function
Childhood
cognitive learning, socialization, rapid physical growth, environmental safety
Age Limit juice to 4 oz 100% fruit juice
Toddlers
Contributing to others growth and accomplishment Avoiding emptiness Identify Ericksons stage
Generativity vs despair
"Unresolved conflicts, regrets are highlighted in what theorist's contribution
Erickson Ego Integrity vs despair
What are advance directives
Legally outlining your health car wishes
Adolescence
Puberty, personal identity, brain maturation, risk taking
Theorist associated with object permanence
Piaget
What life changes may trigger marital issues
Empty nest syndrome
What alteration does the nurse need to make to educate this group
Take extra time, avoid distraction, sensory accommodation, teach back
Initially, Kuebler Ross identifies which defense mechanism that protects one from upcoming reality
denial
Adulthood Early and middle
Establishing careers, long term relationships, parenthood. Health care risks: smoking poor diet, sedimentary behavior
Nocturnal sleep patterns established in infants
3-4 months
What medical/psych illness will need health promotion and screening
Cancer, cardiovascular, diabetes, substance abuse
What happens to nutrition in this age group
Metabolism slows down, appetite changes, body's ability to absorb nutrients decreases
What is the final stage of grief
Acceptance
Older adulthood
maintaining cognitive functioning, chronic illnesses, preventing falls
Swings and variations of emotions are most common
Adolescence