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Chapter 14
Older Adult
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2. Mosby items and derived items © 2005 by Mosby, Inc.
Older Adult
Demographics
Variability
Terminology
Myths and stereotypes
Nurses’ attitudes
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3. Mosby items and derived items © 2005 by Mosby, Inc.
Theories of Aging
Biological theories
Stochastic theories
Nonstochastic theories
Psychosocial
Developmental tasks
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Assessment of Needs
Adaptation of techniques for data gathering
Sensory changes
Memory deficits
Physical changes
Promotion of comfort
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5. Physiological Changes
General survey
Review of systems
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Cognitive Changes
Delirium
Depression
Dementia
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Psychosocial Changes
Retirement
Social isolation
Sexuality
Housing and environment
Death
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8. Mosby items and derived items © 2005 by Mosby, Inc.
Health Concerns
Preventive measures
Heart disease
Cancer
Stroke
Smoking
Alcohol abuse
Nutrition
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9. Health Concerns (cont’d)
Dental problems
Exercise
Arthritis
Falls
Sensory impairment
Pain
Medication use
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10. Psychosocial Health Concerns
Communication
Touch
Reality orientation
Validation therapy
Reminiscence
Body image
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11. Health Care for the Older Adult
Acute care environment
Restorative care environment
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