Chapter 2 Flashcards
(30 cards)
Can any single factor cause or prevent aging
No
Can any one theory explain aging
No
Are any two individuals identical
No
What processes of aging are interrelated
Bio, psycho, and social
Stochastic theories
Biological Aging is based on random internal and external assaults
Free radicals
Biogerentology
Free Radicals theory
Aging is due to oxidative metabolism and free radicals.
Physical decline of the body occurs when damage from free radicals accumulate.
Damage and replace normal process.
Biogerentology
Pathogens may cause physiological changes during aging.
Pathogens may be present in body for years before doing harm.
Nonstochastic Theories
Biological Aging Caused by predetermined process
Genetic Theories
Autoimmune Reactions
Nutrition Theories
Environmental Theories
Genetic Theories
Programmed theory-state humans and animals have biological clock
Autoimmune Reactions
Immune system less effective as we age
Evidenced by increased infections and cancer in older age
Nutrition Theories
Healthy eating is important for aging
Obesity increases risk for many diseases. Speeding up aging process and shortening life.
Environmental theories
Environmental factors such as air pollutants, pesticides, etc can negatively impact aging.
Sociological Theories
Disengagement Theory
Activity Theory
Disengagement Theory
Gradual disengagement btw elderly and society as they age
Transfer of power form young to old
Was discredited
Activity Theory
Elderly should live like they ate middle aged
Deny being old as long as possible
Activity is good for physical, social and mental health
Used mental activities when limited physically
Switch work roles for something else when retired
Make new friends when lose old ones
Psychological theories
Developmental tasks
Developmental tasks
Erik Erickson
Ego integrity-having meaning in the life you have lived
-pleasure despite physical issues
-getting satisfaction from yourself not other things
Despair-feeling of no purpose in life. Occurs when one has not lived a fulfilling life.
Nursing Theories
Functional Consequences theory
Theory of successful aging
Functional consequences
Promoting health through a holistic approach
Provide interventions that alleviate or prevent impact of negative factors. Can be positive for functioning
Theory of successful aging
Consider physical, mental and spiritual well being and self appraisal
High level of personal control and positive affect will cause higher levels of wellness bc they can participate in health promoting activities
Older adults having high levels of health and personal control over their lives can make it easier to cope with with old age and achieve more satisfaction
Factors for healthy and long life
Diet
Activity
Play and laughter
Faith
Empowerment
Stress management
Diet
Reduce saturated fat
Fat consumption should be less than 30% of calories
Decrease animal products
Complex carbs not refined sugars
Activities for 65 and older
150 mins per week of moderate activity(brisk walking)
2 or more days a week of muscle strengthening exercise
Activities to improve balance such as standing on one foot
Activities for adults with chronic conditions
150 mins of moderate aerobic exercise
2 days of muscle strengthening that includes all major muscle groups
Some activity is better that no activity if cant hit goal
