GERONTOLOGY REVIEWER I EXAM STUDY GUIDE SOLUTIONS

GERONTOLOGY REVIEWER I EXAM STUDY GUIDE SOLUTIONS type of a medical condition that causes a tissue or organ to deteriorate over time and many of them are associated with aging, or gets worse during the aging process. - ANSWER-Degenerative Disease FACTORS THAT AFFECTS HEALTH STATUS OF OLDER ADULT - ANSWER- Emotional signs of stress - ANSWER-a. anxiety b. depression c. feeling overwhelmed or unmotivated d. loneliness e. isolation. Causes of emotional stress - ANSWER-a. Relationship problems b. Health of loved one c. Bullying ©EMILLECT2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024 Page 2/15 d. Anxiety regarding an upcoming big event e. Overwhelming workload Common Signs of Stress in Older Adults - ANSWER-a. Problems sleeping b. Difficulty concentrating and making decisions c. Feeling pressured or rushed d. Eating too much or not enough e. Irritability and moodiness f. Physical discomforts, such as stomach problems, headaches, or chest pains Common Cause of Stress in Older Adults - ANSWER-a. Deteriorating health b. Increased dependence on others. c. Healthcare costs. d. Losing energy. Losing energy can be frustrating for seniors, as they are forced to slow down their lives. e. Losing the ability to do their favorite things. f. Loneliness and Isolation ©EMILLECT2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024 Page 3/15 g. Losing a spouse/family members or pets Stress can cause seniors to look for relief in activities such as? - ANSWER-a. excessive drinking b. overeating c. drug use Known to suppress the immune system, making you more susceptible to illness - ANSWER-Stress What are the response to stress of older adults - ANSWER-a. Loss of humor b. Depression c. Suicide d. Irritability e. Sleep disturbance f. Higher blood pressure g. Increased heart rate Can help to enhance self-confidence and to cope with stress. - ANSWER-Positive Thinking Helps to boost self-confidence and broaden one's outlook in life - ANSWER-