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Which of the following best describes the focus of Gerontologic Nursing?
Which of the following best describes the focus of Gerontologic Nursing?
- Focusing solely on preventing disease in the older population through pharmaceutical interventions.
- Primarily focusing on the social aspects of aging and related community support systems.
- Managing the financial aspects of healthcare for elderly patients, irrespective of their medical needs.
- Applying specialized knowledge of aging to address health and illness in older adults. (correct)
Which of the following is the most likely example of 'biologic aging'?
Which of the following is the most likely example of 'biologic aging'?
- A senior citizen volunteering at a local community center three times a week.
- An individual retiring from a lifelong career at the age of 65.
- A person experiencing decreased lung capacity making breathing more difficult. (correct)
- An elderly woman learning to use a new smartphone to communicate with her family.
If two individuals are the same chronological age, what factor would explain varying rates of physiological ageing?
If two individuals are the same chronological age, what factor would explain varying rates of physiological ageing?
- Their level of engagement with societal expectations and aging stereotypes.
- Their subjective perception of ageing and life experiences.
- The differing social roles and relationships they maintain as they age.
- Environmental factors, genetics, lifestyle choices, and overall health status. (correct)
What is the primary emphasis of 'social aging'?
What is the primary emphasis of 'social aging'?
In the context of aging, what does 'functionally aging' mean?
In the context of aging, what does 'functionally aging' mean?
What is the difference between subjective and objective aging?
What is the difference between subjective and objective aging?
An 80-year-old who actively participates in community events, maintains a healthy lifestyle, and continues to learn new skills, despite some physical limitations, can be described as someone who is experiencing:
An 80-year-old who actively participates in community events, maintains a healthy lifestyle, and continues to learn new skills, despite some physical limitations, can be described as someone who is experiencing:
How does society influence our perception of aging?
How does society influence our perception of aging?
Which intervention strategy primarily addresses the challenge of older adults lacking essential resources for a dignified life?
Which intervention strategy primarily addresses the challenge of older adults lacking essential resources for a dignified life?
What is the most direct approach to address the negative impact of ageism on older adults' participation in society?
What is the most direct approach to address the negative impact of ageism on older adults' participation in society?
An elderly person is experiencing social isolation due to mobility issues. Which of the following strategies would be MOST effective in addressing their specific needs?
An elderly person is experiencing social isolation due to mobility issues. Which of the following strategies would be MOST effective in addressing their specific needs?
A community aims to support its aging population by fostering 'healthy aging'. Which initiative would MOST directly contribute to this goal?
A community aims to support its aging population by fostering 'healthy aging'. Which initiative would MOST directly contribute to this goal?
If a family is struggling to provide adequate care for an elderly member with declining cognitive and physical abilities, which of the following interventions would be MOST appropriate?
If a family is struggling to provide adequate care for an elderly member with declining cognitive and physical abilities, which of the following interventions would be MOST appropriate?
Which of these factors is LEAST likely to contribute to healthy aging, according to the information provided?
Which of these factors is LEAST likely to contribute to healthy aging, according to the information provided?
How might local governments best demonstrate a commitment to creating age-friendly environments?
How might local governments best demonstrate a commitment to creating age-friendly environments?
What action would be LEAST effective in mitigating the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia on a community's aging population?
What action would be LEAST effective in mitigating the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia on a community's aging population?
What is the primary focus of 'integrated care' in the context of healthcare for older people?
What is the primary focus of 'integrated care' in the context of healthcare for older people?
How does the content characterize 'ageism'?
How does the content characterize 'ageism'?
Considering the global trends in longevity, what does the data suggest about the additional years people are living?
Considering the global trends in longevity, what does the data suggest about the additional years people are living?
If a public health initiative aims to combat ageism, which strategy would directly address the 'how we act' component of ageism?
If a public health initiative aims to combat ageism, which strategy would directly address the 'how we act' component of ageism?
Given the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia on women, what research direction would be most effective in addressing this disparity?
Given the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia on women, what research direction would be most effective in addressing this disparity?
During adolescence, according to the stages of social aging, what is the primary conflict individuals face?
During adolescence, according to the stages of social aging, what is the primary conflict individuals face?
A young adult consistently avoids forming close relationships due to a fear of rejection and disappointment. According to the framework of social aging, what is the likely consequence of this avoidance?
A young adult consistently avoids forming close relationships due to a fear of rejection and disappointment. According to the framework of social aging, what is the likely consequence of this avoidance?
What is the virtue associated with successfully navigating the stage of adolescence?
What is the virtue associated with successfully navigating the stage of adolescence?
A toddler is consistently criticized and ridiculed for their attempts to explore their environment. According to the stages of social aging, which of the following is the MOST likely outcome?
A toddler is consistently criticized and ridiculed for their attempts to explore their environment. According to the stages of social aging, which of the following is the MOST likely outcome?
How do healthy support networks primarily benefit teenagers as they navigate the 'Identity vs. Confusion' stage of development?
How do healthy support networks primarily benefit teenagers as they navigate the 'Identity vs. Confusion' stage of development?
What potential crisis might a young adult experience as they navigate the 'Intimacy vs. Isolation' stage?
What potential crisis might a young adult experience as they navigate the 'Intimacy vs. Isolation' stage?
A preschool-aged child is consistently criticized for trying new things. According to Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, which of the following is most likely to develop as a result?
A preschool-aged child is consistently criticized for trying new things. According to Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, which of the following is most likely to develop as a result?
An individual in late adulthood reflects on their life and feels a sense of regret over missed opportunities and mistakes made. According to Erikson, which outcome are they most likely experiencing?
An individual in late adulthood reflects on their life and feels a sense of regret over missed opportunities and mistakes made. According to Erikson, which outcome are they most likely experiencing?
According to social aging theory, the opportunities available to individuals as they age are MOST influenced by:
According to social aging theory, the opportunities available to individuals as they age are MOST influenced by:
What developmental milestone defines the Infancy stage (birth to 18 months) according to the information provided?
What developmental milestone defines the Infancy stage (birth to 18 months) according to the information provided?
Which of the following is the MOST accurate explanation of demography?
Which of the following is the MOST accurate explanation of demography?
A growing global population of older adults is expected to have the LEAST impact on which of the following?
A growing global population of older adults is expected to have the LEAST impact on which of the following?
An elementary school student excels in completing tasks and receives positive feedback for their efforts. According to Erikson's stages, what virtue is the child most likely to develop?
An elementary school student excels in completing tasks and receives positive feedback for their efforts. According to Erikson's stages, what virtue is the child most likely to develop?
A middle-aged adult feels disconnected from their community and shows little interest in contributing to the next generation. According to Erikson's theory, which challenge are they primarily struggling with?
A middle-aged adult feels disconnected from their community and shows little interest in contributing to the next generation. According to Erikson's theory, which challenge are they primarily struggling with?
If current trends continue, what percentage of the world's population is projected to be 65 years or older by 2050?
If current trends continue, what percentage of the world's population is projected to be 65 years or older by 2050?
Which of the following actions by an adult in middle adulthood BEST exemplifies 'generativity', as described by Erikson?
Which of the following actions by an adult in middle adulthood BEST exemplifies 'generativity', as described by Erikson?
Which of the following is the MOST direct way nurses can address the increasing population of older Filipinos to ensure equitable healthcare?
Which of the following is the MOST direct way nurses can address the increasing population of older Filipinos to ensure equitable healthcare?
A 70-year-old Filipino man, recently retired, is struggling with feelings of isolation and loss of purpose. Based on the developmental tasks of older adults, which nursing intervention is MOST appropriate?
A 70-year-old Filipino man, recently retired, is struggling with feelings of isolation and loss of purpose. Based on the developmental tasks of older adults, which nursing intervention is MOST appropriate?
A nurse is caring for an elderly Filipino patient who consistently refuses pain medication, citing cultural beliefs about enduring suffering. What is the MOST appropriateInitial nursing action?
A nurse is caring for an elderly Filipino patient who consistently refuses pain medication, citing cultural beliefs about enduring suffering. What is the MOST appropriateInitial nursing action?
Considering the increasing life expectancy in the Philippines, which of the following healthcare priorities should be emphasized to support the aging population MOST effectively?
Considering the increasing life expectancy in the Philippines, which of the following healthcare priorities should be emphasized to support the aging population MOST effectively?
How might ignoring the cultural needs of elderly Filipino patients MOST likely affect their health outcomes?
How might ignoring the cultural needs of elderly Filipino patients MOST likely affect their health outcomes?
What key consideration should guide nurses in providing care to older adults regarding their living arrangements?
What key consideration should guide nurses in providing care to older adults regarding their living arrangements?
An 80-year-old Filipino woman is admitted to a hospital. She speaks limited English and appears anxious and confused. What action should the nurse take FIRST to provide culturally competent care?
An 80-year-old Filipino woman is admitted to a hospital. She speaks limited English and appears anxious and confused. What action should the nurse take FIRST to provide culturally competent care?
Which action demonstrates a nurse's understanding of the developmental tasks specific to adults aged 75 and older?
Which action demonstrates a nurse's understanding of the developmental tasks specific to adults aged 75 and older?
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Geriatrics
Geriatrics
Preventing, diagnosing, and treating health conditions of older adults.
Gerontologic Nursing
Gerontologic Nursing
Nursing care combined with specialized knowledge of aging in both health and illness.
Aging
Aging
A universal process starting at birth, defined by chronological age, personal experience, and societal role.
Biologic Aging
Biologic Aging
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Physiologic Aging
Physiologic Aging
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Social Aging
Social Aging
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Healthy Aging
Healthy Aging
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Virtue of Competence
Virtue of Competence
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Alzheimer's & Gender
Alzheimer's & Gender
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Ageism
Ageism
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Integrated Care
Integrated Care
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Increased longevity
Increased longevity
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Healthy Life Expectancy
Healthy Life Expectancy
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Adolescence
Adolescence
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Identity vs. Confusion
Identity vs. Confusion
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Fidelity (in adolescence)
Fidelity (in adolescence)
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Infancy
Infancy
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Trust vs. Mistrust
Trust vs. Mistrust
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Toddlerhood
Toddlerhood
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Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
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Young Adulthood
Young Adulthood
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Age-Friendly Environments
Age-Friendly Environments
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Remediation for Cognitive Decline
Remediation for Cognitive Decline
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Long-Term Care
Long-Term Care
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Importance of Long-Term Care
Importance of Long-Term Care
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Impact of Declining Capacity
Impact of Declining Capacity
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Increased Disability with Longevity
Increased Disability with Longevity
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Alzheimer's and Dementia
Alzheimer's and Dementia
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Initiative vs. Guilt
Initiative vs. Guilt
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Industry vs. Inferiority
Industry vs. Inferiority
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Integrity vs. Despair
Integrity vs. Despair
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Global Aging
Global Aging
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Demography
Demography
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Generativity vs. Stagnation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
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Stagnation
Stagnation
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Care (in Generativity)
Care (in Generativity)
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Palliative Care
Palliative Care
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End-of-Life Care
End-of-Life Care
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Culturally Specific Care
Culturally Specific Care
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Cultural Competence
Cultural Competence
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Cultural Awareness
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Challenges During Ages 60-75
Challenges During Ages 60-75
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Challenges During Ages 75+
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Life Expectancy
Life Expectancy
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Study Notes
- Gerontology is derived from the Greek word "gerōn," meaning "old man".
- Ailments can hinder a person's capacity to adjust and sustain functional health, affecting daily activities.
- Decline in older adults might stem from lack of support, rather than just aging.
Geriatrics
- Geriatrics studies aging's effects and age-related diseases.
- Focus is on care for the elderly, involving prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Gerontologic Nursing
- Combines nursing skills with knowledge of aging in illness and health.
Aging
- Aging subjectively involves personal experiences.
- Objectively, aging is a universal process from birth, defined by chronological age.
- Functionally, aging is based on an individual's ability to function.
Healthy Aging
- Healthy aging maintains functional ability for well-being in older age.
- Functional ability means having capabilities to do valued activities: meeting needs, learning, making decisions, being mobile, building relationships, contributing to society.
Concepts of Aging
- Aging occurs through chronological, biological, and social constructs.
Chronological Aging
- Indicates time elapsed since birth, like 19 years and 363 days.
Biologic Aging
- Known as physiologic aging.
- Senescence/biological aging is gradual functional decline.
- Relates to physical changes as people age.
- Arteries might clog or lung problems can occur.
Physiologic Aging
- Physiological changes, like those affecting mental function/personality.
- 65-year-olds can appear younger than some 50-year-olds.
Social Aging
- Change in roles/relationships with age, shaped by society's views.
- This includes assumptions about behavior at different ages, affecting opportunities.
Stages of Social Aging:
- Social aging is categorized into different stages of life.
- Infancy (birth to 18 months): trust vs mistrust in line with caregiver presence.
- Toddlerhood (18 months to 3 years): autonomy vs shame/doubt where child begins to learn independently.
- Preschool (3 to 5 years): initiative vs guilt enhanced by interactions with peers.
- Early School Year (5 to 12 years): industry vs inferiority where accomplishments are key.
- Adolescence (12 to 18 years): identity vs confusion where a health support system helps navigate identity.
- Young Adult (18 to 40 years): intimacy vs isolation, with capacity for love developing.
- Middle Adult (40 to 65 years): generativity vs stagnation, with virtue of care for community.
- Late Adulthood (65+ years): integrity vs despair with deep introspection.
Cognitive Aging
- Concerns decline in cognitive processing.
- Impacts learning, memory, language, and intellectual competence.
- Cognition involves ability to perceive and understand the world.
- Intelligence can increase into the 60s, learning continue throughout life.
- Older adults may take longer to respond, especially in new situations.
- Nurses should allow extra time and slow the care pace for aging adults.
- Short-term memory loss can be managed with notes/calendars.
Global Aging and Aging in the Philippines
- Global aging is the population of older people worldwide.
- In 2022 there were 771 million individuals aged 65+ years accounting for 10% of the world's population.
- Expected figures are 16% by 2050 and 24% by 2100.
- Demography examines populations' size, structure, and movement.
- Demography analysis can be useful in predicting social, cultural, and economic trends related to the population.
Global Demography of Aging Population
- By 2050, people aged 65+ will exceed those under 5.
- Aging is a key demographic trend of the 21st century.
UN Decade of Healthy Aging
- From 2021-2030, it's a global effort aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
- It will unite governments, civil society, and professionals to enhance older people's lives.
- Over 1 billion people aged 60+ live worldwide, majorly in low/middle-income countries.
- Many lack basic resources or face barriers that limit their participation in society.
The Decade will address 4 areas
- Addressing Age Friendly Environments, Combating Ageism, Integrated Care and Long-term Care.
- Physical, social, and economic environments impact healthy aging.
Combating Ageism
- Negative attitudes toward older individuals persist despite their societal contributions.
- Stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination based on age affects all ages, especially the older population.
Integrated Care
- Older people still need reliable access to services.
- Access should include prevention, promotion, care, medicines, procedures etc
Long term Care
- Access to inclusive environments improves the situation.
- Over time, many cannot care for themselves without assistance.
- Decline of physical function can also prevent individuals from caring for themselves which is why long term care is essential.
- People are living longer - but are also living longer with disabilities.
- Alzheimer's and dementia are leading causes of death globally.
- Women are significantly affected by dementia (65% of the cases).
- There has been notable longevity of 6 extra years in 2019.
- Only 5 of the 6 years lived are considered good health.
Implications
- Further challenges healthcare system's efficiency.
- Nurses are encouraged to provide customized care that fit a patient's values.
- Nurses become culturally competent to provide individualized, person-centered care.
- Disregarding diversity can lead to unequal care and negative outcomes.
- Physical/emotional stress can cause adverse symptoms if cultural needs are unmet.
- The Philipinnes will experience a growth in the aging demographics and this will require adequate support in terms of resources.
Developmental Tasks of Older Adults (60 to 75 years)
- Adapt to less strength/health, retirement, deaths, new relationships, leisure time.
- Adjust to reduced body and mind responses.
- Keep active/involved and create good living environments.
- Safeguard physical and mental health once older than 75 years.
- Stay in touch while finding the meaning in life.
Life Expectancy in the Philippines
- 2022: 71.53 years.
- 2023: 71.66 years.
- 2024: 71.79 years
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Explore the multifaceted aspects of aging, from biological and social dimensions to functional and subjective experiences. Understand the focus of Gerontologic Nursing and the impact of societal perceptions and ageism on older adults. Learn about interventions for dignified aging.
