CHPT. 12 Questions Flashcards
what age do elderly usually retire
62-66 yrs
what are some changes the could happen in the nervous system
brain and spinal cord lose nerve cells, reflexes slow, dizziness, brain tissue may shrink, eye/vision change, hearing loss and sleep patterns change
what are some changes that could happen in the integumentary system
skin becomes less elastic, brown spots on the wrists and hands, fewer nerve endings affect temp. , pressure, and pain sensation and whitening or graying hair
what are some changes that could happen in the Musculo-skeletal system
vertebrae shorten, bone mass decreases, decreased mobility, loss of height, trunk becomes shorter and hip and knee joints become bent
changes in circulatory system
heart pumps with less force, heart valves thicken and become stiff, abnormal heart rhythms, number of RBCs decrease and heart walls thicken
changes in respiratory system
some lung tissue is lost, chest is less able to stretch, difficulty breathing (dyspnea), and avoid heavy bed linens
changes in digestive system
difficulty swallowing dysphagia, decreased appetite, loss of teeth, indigestion and difficulty digesting fried and fatty foods
urinary system
kidney function decreases, bladder muscles weaken, prostate gland enlarges (men), urinary tract infections may occur, and bladder may not empty completely
Adult day care
a safe setting for those who cannot be alone during the day. services may include personal care
home healthcare
nursing and physical, occupational and speech therapies. The person may need help with such things as taking drugs, changing dressings, or cathercare
What is elder cottage housing opportunity/Accessory dwelling unit
small homes designed for older and disabled persons. Portable home placed in the yard of a single-family home
what are some home options for elderly
home-sharing, group settings, assisted living residences, board and care homes, adult foster care, continuing care retirement community, nursing center
the study of the aging process is called
Gerontology
retirement usually means
Lowered income
which causes loneliness in older persons
children moving away
An adult child is an older parent’s caregiver. This social change promotes
security
which statement about a partner’s death is true
Feelings of loss and emptiness occur
skin changes occur with aging. Care should include
applying lotion
an older person complains of cold feet. You should
provide socks
musculo-skeletal changes occur with aging. Which is true
joints become stiff and painful
aging causes changes in the nervous system. Which is true
less sleep is needed than when younger
changes occur in the eye with aging. Which is true
vision is poor at night and dark rooms
which is true of hearing loss in older persons
acoustic nerve changes affect hearing
an older person has circulatory changes. which care measure would you question
take long walks
