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What is gerontology?

  • The study of rehabilitation in the elderly
  • The scientific study of old age, aging, and the problems of older adults (correct)
  • The branch of medicine that focuses on treating older adults
  • The scientific study of diseases

Which field combines gerontological nursing and rehabilitation concepts?

  • Social gerontology
  • Gerontological rehabilitation nursing (correct)
  • Gerontological pharmacology
  • Geriatrics

At what age are individuals typically considered elderly?

  • 50 years
  • 65 years
  • 60 years (correct)
  • 55 years

Which of the following best defines aging?

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Which of the following is NOT a focus of gerontological nursing?

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Which of the following is an example of physical aging?

<p>Decreased ability to recover from illness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is chronological aging?

<p>The number of years a person has lived (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective on aging focuses on death and the life cycle?

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In the scientific perspective, aging is viewed as:

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What demographic milestone is the world expected to reach in the next 5 years?

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Which factor is NOT a threat posed by population aging?

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By 2069, what percentage of the Philippines' population is projected to be aged 65 or older?

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According to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), population aging in the Philippines is seen as:

<p>A sign of success in overcoming challenges related to income, health, and education (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following benefits is provided to seniors under the 2010 Expanded Senior Citizen's Act in the Philippines?

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What is the primary goal of gerontological rehabilitation nursing?

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What are the subfields of gerontology?

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Which of the following best describes functional aging?

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What does global population aging indicate?

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What is a key concern for countries with an aging population?

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Gerontology

The scientific study of old age, aging processes, and older adults' issues.

Chronological Aging

Counting the number of years a person has lived.

Functional Aging

Assessing a person's ability to perform daily tasks.

Gerontological Nursing

A nursing field focusing on minimizing loss of independence and promoting holistic care for older adults.

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Aging

The progressive decline in bodily functions increasing disease vulnerability.

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Physical Aging

Changes such as decreased recovery ability from illness.

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Elderly Definition

Individuals are generally considered elderly at age 65.

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Demographic Trend

By 2069, 14% of the Philippines' population will be 65 or older.

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Global Population Aging

Elderly individuals expected to outnumber children under 5.

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Health Expenditures

Costs related to healthcare that may rise due to aging populations.

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Philippines Senior Benefits

The 2010 Expanded Senior Citizen's Act provides discounts to seniors.

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Aging Perspectives

Scientific view treats aging as a biological condition that can be treated.

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Subfields of Gerontology

Major areas include geriatrics, geropsychology, geropharmacology, and rehabilitation.

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Key Concerns Aging Populations

Countries must address health system strains and pension issues.

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Holistic Gerontological Nursing

Aims to promote recovery and independence while reducing complications.

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Geriatrics

A subfield focusing specifically on medical care for older adults.

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Geropsychology

The study of mental processes and behavior of older adults.

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Geropharmacology

The study of how medications affect older adults.

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Gerontological Rehabilitation

Focuses on restoring functional abilities in older adults.

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Study Notes

Gerontology Overview

  • Gerontology is the scientific study concerning old age, aging processes, and related issues faced by older adults.
  • Chronological aging counts the years a person has lived, while functional aging assesses a person's ability to perform daily tasks.

Gerontological Nursing

  • Gerontological nursing emphasizes minimizing the loss of independence, promoting disease prevention, and providing holistic care.
  • The field merges concepts of rehabilitation with nursing aimed at older adults.

Aging Definitions

  • Aging refers to the progressive decline in body functions, which increases vulnerability to diseases.
  • Physical aging encompasses changes such as decreased recovery ability from illness.
  • Individuals are commonly considered elderly at age 65.
  • By 2069, the population of those aged 65 and older is projected to reach 14% in the Philippines.

Global Population Aging

  • The world is expected to note a demographic shift where elderly individuals outnumber children under 5.
  • Population aging presents challenges such as lower labor force participation, higher health expenditures, and strain on pension systems.

Legislation and Benefits

  • The Philippines’ 2010 Expanded Senior Citizen's Act offers benefits like discounts on medicines and health services to seniors.

Perspectives on Aging

  • Different perspectives on aging include the scientific view that sees aging as a biological condition that can be treated or delayed.

Subfields of Gerontology

  • Major subfields in gerontology include geriatrics, geropsychology, geropharmacology, and gerontological rehabilitation.

Key Concerns of Aging Populations

  • Countries with aging populations must address concerns including strain on health and pension systems, not lower health expenditures or increased birth rates.

Holistic Approach in Gerontological Nursing

  • The primary goal of gerontological rehabilitation nursing is to promote recovery and independence for older adults while mitigating complications.

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