Gerontology Chapters 1, 2, and 3 2025
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Ageism
A negative attitude toward older adults and aging
Geriatrics
medical care of the older adult
Gerontological nursing
holistic care of older adults (includes both wellness and illness care)
Gerontological rehabilitation nursing
Caring for older adults with chronic illnesses and long-term functional
limitations
Geronotolgy
The study of aging
1960s
ANA forms gerontological nursing specialty
1970s
VA funds Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Centers
1980s
Established the Harford Geriatric Nursing Initiative (HGNI) which
substantially increased the number of gero nurse scientists and the
development of evidence-based gerontological nursing practice
John A. Hartford Foundation
Largest private philanthropy in the US dedicated to aging and health - to
increase the competence of the health care workforce (physicians, nurses,
and social workers) to care for our aging society
1990s
Hartford Foundation Institute for Geriatric nursing established at NYU
21st century
, "baby boomers" begin turning 65; growing interest in gerontologica care
What is the fastest growing segment of old-age
Old Old
Generalist Certification
Entry level
May have either diploma in nursing, or an associate or bachelor of science
degree in nursing and minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
Certification is not one of the 19 core Gero competencies; rather it is a
validation of knowledge and skills in the specialty
Advanced practice certification
Clinical specialist in gerontological nursing (GCNS-BC). Gerontological
nurse practitioner (GNP-BC (Board Certified))
The GNP provides a full range of health care services on the wellness-
illness health care continuum at an advanced level to older adults. The
GCNS usually works more within the health organization or system and
less in the role of diagnosis and treating as a GNP would.
Hands on role
Who can prescribe medications in gero?
Clinical specialists or nurse practitioners in gero
Scope of nursing practice
Defined by state regulation-differs state to state
Influenced by the complex and multifaceted needs of the population being
served and depends on the setting in which the nurse practices
The increasing life expectancy of seniors attributed to:
improved sanitation through the 20th century
advances in medical care
preventative health services implemented
medical advances now treat formerly fatal illnesses
How many chronic diseases does the average 75 year-old have?
3 chronic diseases and takes 5 medications
Are there more older men or older women?
Update|Most Tested Questions And
Verified Solutions|Assured Success !!!
Ageism
A negative attitude toward older adults and aging
Geriatrics
medical care of the older adult
Gerontological nursing
holistic care of older adults (includes both wellness and illness care)
Gerontological rehabilitation nursing
Caring for older adults with chronic illnesses and long-term functional
limitations
Geronotolgy
The study of aging
1960s
ANA forms gerontological nursing specialty
1970s
VA funds Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Centers
1980s
Established the Harford Geriatric Nursing Initiative (HGNI) which
substantially increased the number of gero nurse scientists and the
development of evidence-based gerontological nursing practice
John A. Hartford Foundation
Largest private philanthropy in the US dedicated to aging and health - to
increase the competence of the health care workforce (physicians, nurses,
and social workers) to care for our aging society
1990s
Hartford Foundation Institute for Geriatric nursing established at NYU
21st century
, "baby boomers" begin turning 65; growing interest in gerontologica care
What is the fastest growing segment of old-age
Old Old
Generalist Certification
Entry level
May have either diploma in nursing, or an associate or bachelor of science
degree in nursing and minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
Certification is not one of the 19 core Gero competencies; rather it is a
validation of knowledge and skills in the specialty
Advanced practice certification
Clinical specialist in gerontological nursing (GCNS-BC). Gerontological
nurse practitioner (GNP-BC (Board Certified))
The GNP provides a full range of health care services on the wellness-
illness health care continuum at an advanced level to older adults. The
GCNS usually works more within the health organization or system and
less in the role of diagnosis and treating as a GNP would.
Hands on role
Who can prescribe medications in gero?
Clinical specialists or nurse practitioners in gero
Scope of nursing practice
Defined by state regulation-differs state to state
Influenced by the complex and multifaceted needs of the population being
served and depends on the setting in which the nurse practices
The increasing life expectancy of seniors attributed to:
improved sanitation through the 20th century
advances in medical care
preventative health services implemented
medical advances now treat formerly fatal illnesses
How many chronic diseases does the average 75 year-old have?
3 chronic diseases and takes 5 medications
Are there more older men or older women?
