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Week 1 – Meaning of Aging The common perception of aging is that it comes with disease, decline, and disability. There is a stigma that pathologic conditions are part of “normal” aging. Broad... er Definition of Aging A complex process that includes losses and gains. Involves many aspects - Biologic - Psychosocial - Emotional - Spiritual Require holistic assessment Unique and diverse for each individual. Nursing Focus Teach older adults about health and aging - Normal changes of aging - Changes that arise from risk factors Empowers client’s to implement problem-solving strategies directed towards wellness. Improve functioning and quality of life Identifying barriers and challenging ageist attitude. High level Wellness an integrated method of functioning that is oriented toward maximizing each person’s potential, while maintain a continuum of balance and purposeful direction within the persons environment. Important for older adults to: - Have a purpose in life. - Communicate with others - Maintain personal dignity - Contribute to society. Important for health care workers to foster a sense of dignity by directing intervention to improved health and functioning. FOCUS ON ASSESSING FUNCTIONING - How well do you feel? - What goals do you have for improving your level of wellness? - Is there anything that you would like to do that you can not do? - What supports or information do you need right now? - What situations or problems are preventing you from enjoying daily life right now? [Show More]

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