NCM N 114 B: Care of Older Adults - PDF

NCM N 114 B: CARE OF OLDER ADULTS LESSON 1ST SEMESTER |FINALS III. ETHICO-LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS IN I. COMMUNICATION GERIATRIC CARE Communication is the process of exchanging...

NCM N 114 B: CARE OF OLDER ADULTS LESSON 1ST SEMESTER |FINALS III. ETHICO-LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS IN I. COMMUNICATION GERIATRIC CARE Communication is the process of exchanging A. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES information, thoughts, and feelings using speech, writing, or other symbolic means. 1. AUTONOMY: Respecting the patient's right to make decisions. A. TYPES OF COMMUNICATION 2. BENEFICENCE: Acting in the best interest of the patient. 1. VERBAL: Using words and language to convey a 3. JUSTICE: Ensuring fairness in care and treatment. message. 2. NON-VERBAL: Communicating through gestures, B. LAWS AFFECTING SENIOR CITIZENS body language, facial expressions, and tone. 1. RA 9994: Grants additional benefits and privileges B. THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION to senior citizens. 2. RA 10645: Provides mandatory PhilHealth coverage STRATEGIES: Person-centered approaches, for all senior citizens. environmental adjustments, and routine modifications. C. COMMON ETHICAL ISSUES C. BARRIERS TO COMMUNICATION 1. RESTRAINTS: Weighing benefits against risks and patient dignity. Includes cultural differences, sensory impairments, 2. INFORMED CONSENT: Ensuring understanding and emotional states. and agreement to care plans. D. ELDER ABUSE II. DISTURBANCES IN SENSORY PERCEPTION 1. TYPES: Physical, emotional, financial, and neglect. A. COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTS 2. PREVENTION: Education, advocacy, and public awareness. 1. DELIRIUM: Acute, reversible confusion caused by medical conditions or environmental factors. 2. DEMENTIA: Chronic, irreversible decline in IV. NURSING CARE OF CHRONIC ILLNESS cognitive function affecting memory and reasoning. 3. DEPRESSION: Persistent sadness and loss of A. FACTORS AFFECTING AGING interest, not a normal part of aging. 1. GENETICS AND ENVIRONMENT: Interaction of B. COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT hereditary traits and lifestyle. 2. DISEASES: Aging-related conditions like heart 1. Tools and screenings for identifying impairments disease and diabetes. and their causes. C. INTERVENTIONS B. COMMON CHRONIC CONDITIONS 1. NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL: Risk factor 1. HYPERTENSION: High blood pressure due to management and environmental modifications. arterial resistance. 2. PHARMACOLOGICAL: Careful use of medications 2. DIABETES: Insufficient insulin production or like antipsychotics and antidepressants. resistance. 3. ARTHRITIS: Inflammation of joints causing pain and stiffness. |SINCO, A.F. NCM N 114 B: CARE OF OLDER ADULTS LESSON 1ST SEMESTER |FINALS C. GOALS FOR CHRONIC CARE 1. Promote quality of life and self-healing. 2. Support family involvement in care planning. V. PSYCHOSOCIAL CARE OF OLDER ADULTS A. COGNITIVE CHANGES WITH AGING 1. STABLE SKILLS: Attention span and language comprehension. 2. DECLINING SKILLS: Memory recall and verbal fluency. B. SELF-PERCEPTION AND SELF-CONCEPT 1. IDENTITY: Sense of individuality and self-worth. 2. ROLE PERFORMANCE: Carrying out significant social roles. C. COPING AND STRESS MANAGEMENT 1. COPING: Strategies to adapt to life changes and challenges. 2. STRESS: Emotional responses to life adjustments like retirement. D. SPIRITUALITY AND AGING 1. Importance of addressing spiritual needs to promote well-being. E. SEXUALITY AND AGING 1. Acknowledging intimacy as a fundamental aspect of life. |SINCO, A.F.