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age range of middle adulthood correct answers 36-65
physical changes occurring in middle adulthood correct answers -skin changes, vision,
urinary and GI motility
What hormonal changes occur in middle adulthood correct answers menopause in woman
psychosocial changes in middle adulthood correct answers -experiences, job, family and
friends
older adult age correct answers 65-85+
types of physical changes in older adults correct answers -atophy
-loss of bone mass
-degenerative changes in knees and hips
-slow reaction time
-alteration in 5 senses
-immune system changes
types of health conditions predisposing client to fall risk correct answers -brain injury
-CVA
-Parkinsons disease
-Vision (glaucoma, cataract)
-diabetes
-MS
-muscle atrophy
types of physical factors for fall risk correct answers -light, slippery floor, loose shoes,
overcrowded room
physchological factors leading to increased fall risk correct answers -anxiety
-dementia
What are factors to keep in mind while taking care of an older client correct answers -
Activity
-Cognitive
-Pain
-Nutrition
-Elimination
-Oxygenation
-Hygeine care
-Body changes
-Disease
What are the goals for teaching? correct answers -maintain and promote health and
preventing illness