Vocabulary Flashcards
(16 cards)
Endocrine
Responsible for hormonal changes
Free radical theory
Unstable group of atoms that result From oxidation of organic materials
Genetic theory
Basic unit which characteristics are passed from one generation To the next
Cross-linking
Irreversible aging of proteins. Responsible for the ultimate failure of organs and tissues
Immunologic
Theory that states the immune system becomes less effective with age
Perception
Debility to interpret the environment around you.
Sensory reception
The process of activating A sensory receptor by a stimuli.
Sensation is light pain touch vision smell taste hearing
Kinesthetic
Awareness of position and movement of body parts
Visceral
Any large organ in the body
Stereonosis
The ability to understand an object due to texture shape or size
Sensory perception
An individual knowing how to process stimuli in their environment.
example knowing they are eating fruit after tasting it
Sensoristasis
State of optimal arousal
Somnolent
Tired, sleepy, drowsy
Cultural care deprivation
Lack of cultural assertive or supportive acts.
Sensory deficit
Difficulty with one main sense
For example touch or smell
Acute confusion/delirium
In the state of confusion characterized by disturbed Consciousness cognitive function or perception
Develops over time
