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NURS C475 Western Governors University>[ CARE OF THE OLDER ADULT] GRADED A | Download To Score A

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CARE OF THE OLDER ADULT Chapter Two―The Aging Population: ● Oldest old: fastest growing segment of the population (85+ years). ● Centenarians: individuals who are over 100 years old; fastest ... growing segment of the population of the United States. ● Genomics: identification of gene sequences in the DNA. ● Genetics: study of heredity and the transmission of certain genes through generations. ● Health disparities: preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or in opportunities to achieve optimal health experienced by socially disadvantaged racial, ethnic, and other population groups and communities. ● Demographics: ○ African Americans: ■ Higher rates of diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease than other Americans. ● Also, men have higher incidences of lung and prostate cancer. ○ Hispanics: ■ Largest ethnic minority in the United States. ■ The over 65 year old Hispanic population is the fastest growing segment of the total U.S. population. ■ Chronic diseases include: cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, cancer, and cerebrovascular disease. ● Less likely to receive preventative services (such as flu and pneumonia vaccines and mammograms) as compared to Whites. ■ Top five causes of death: heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, stroke, and diabetes mellitus. ■ Family members frequently act as caregivers. ■ Multigenerational families under one roof is commo [Show More]

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