Middle And Older Adult Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the impact of menopause on females?
Gradual decline in ovarian function, depletion of estrogen and progesterone, cessation of ovulation, menstrual periods stop, symptoms include hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue.
Menopause typically occurs between 40 to 95 years of age and can last for several years.
What are the health risks associated with loss of estrogen in females during menopause?
Increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.
Osteoporosis leads to weakened bones and a higher risk of fractures.
What is andropause in males?
A gradual decline in androgen hormone levels, leading to diminished sexual potency.
Males can still reproduce despite hormonal changes.
What physical changes occur in middle adulthood regarding body composition?
Increase in fatty tissues, particularly abdominal fat in males and around the middle in females.
This change is part of the natural aging process.
What skin changes are commonly observed in middle adulthood?
Appearance of gray hair and hair loss on the head in men.
Skin may also lose elasticity and moisture.
What are common changes in muscle and bone health during middle adulthood?
Loss of muscle mass, strength, agility, and calcium from bones, especially in females during perimenopause.
This can lead to increased fatigue and a higher risk of osteoporosis.
What visual changes are observed during middle adulthood?
Decreased near vision, also known as presbyopia.
This is a common condition that affects the ability to see close objects clearly.
What hearing changes may occur in middle adulthood?
Difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds.
This condition is known as presbycusis and is related to aging.
What motivates learning and knowledge application in middle adulthood?
Personal relevance and the ability to apply knowledge immediately.
Motivation can enhance problem-solving skills and memory retention.
Fill in the blank: The transition period between _______ and menopause is characterized by hormonal changes.
andropause
True or False: Males experience a sudden drop in hormone levels similar to females during menopause.
False
Males experience a gradual decline in hormone levels, not a sudden drop.
What are some psychological effects of menopause in women?
Mood swings and fatigue.
These symptoms can affect emotional well-being during the transition.
Conventional
Based judgments on societal norms/ expectations and seeking approval
Post conventional
Lives on their own opinions
Diet: low fat and cholesterol
Prevents cardiovascular diseases
What foods should they eat
Fruits, vegetables, fiber
What manages BP and blood sugar
Moderation 8n sugar , salt and sodium
Ageism
Stereotyping and Discrimination of older adults
Stereotyping
Older adults are frail , dependent
Vascular dementia
Caused by hypertension that leads to a stroke
Develops suddenly and progresses at a fast rate and compared to Alzheimer’s disease
Lewy body dementia
Abnormal protein deposits ( Lewy bodies) in the brain
Visual hallucinations
Frontotemporal dementia
Damage to frontal and temporal lobes
Personally change, difficulty with speech and personality change
Cascade latrogenesis
Fall caused confusion
Wandering at night caused a fall
Alzheimer’s
Not treatable
