Week 8 Learning Outcomes

Question 1

What are the various life stages in the human life cycle?

Answer 1

1. Birth
2. Infancy
3. Childhood
4. Adolescence
5. Adulthood
6. Old Age

These stages encompass the entire lifespan from birth to death.

Question 2

What factors are included in the profile of the ‘whole’ person?

Answer 2

1. Physical factors
2. Psychological/cognitive factors
3. Social/relational factors
4. Environmental factors

These factors collectively affect the client’s overall well-being.

Question 3

What is the purpose of investigating communication strategies in different life stages?

Answer 3

To assist effective professional communication with people in different life stages

Tailored communication can improve interactions and outcomes for clients.

Question 4

What context is considered when discussing the lived experience of older adults?

Answer 4

An Australian elderly care facility

This setting influences the daily experiences and challenges faced by older adults.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The life stages in the human life cycle include _______.

Answer 5

birth, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, old age

Question 6

True or False: The profile of the ‘whole’ person only includes physical and environmental factors.

Answer 6

False

The profile also includes psychological/cognitive and social/relational factors.

Question 7

What is one key aspect of effective communication with older adults?

Answer 7

Adapting communication strategies to their cognitive and relational needs

This can enhance understanding and connection.