Caregiving Flashcards
(13 cards)
The social structural conditions of a country or nation determine the type of social networks that a person may have. True or false
True
In the conceptual model for how social networks impact health, psychological factor fall in which category?
micro
What is the task specificity model of informal caregiving?
Everyone one around the patient has a specific role or task they perform in supporting the patient such as companionship, everyday chores, medications, etc
The model of informal care where support is provided to patients first from intimate relations like a spouse or children and then from less intimate persons like neighbors us termed as _______
hierarchical compensatory model
The functional specificity of relationships model states that_____
the depth and type of care provided to a patient depends in part on the nature of the history between the care receiver and the caregiver.
This model uses concentric circles to position close relationships around the individual, with the closest ties in the closest circle. Outer circles show ties that are less close. These ties form a “convoy” that travels with individuals throughout life, exchanging social support and assistance.
The convoy model of support
The available amount of social support is known as ____
social capital
Seniors receive more formal care as they age. true or false
True
Seniors with poorer health receive both types of care- informal and formal- regardless of age. true or false
true
Seniors with more informal care are less satisfied than seniors with less informal care. True or false
False
Why are there more male caregivers in old age?
Since men have a lower expectancy, the men that are still alive are healthier and able to take care of their spouses.
More women think caregiving is a bit stressful. True or false
True
