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Intro to Gerontological Nursing Aging Process

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Introduction to Gerontology and the Aging Process ■ How do you see yourself when you are 65 ? ■ How is aging described in our society/media ? ■ What is old ??? “The Human Spirit Knows ... No Age” Objectives ■ Discuss the demographics of the older population in the USA ■ Distinguish aging myths and stereotypes versus the realities of aging ■ Compare and contrast normal aging versus abnormal aging ■ Consider natural aging changes and impacts on oxygenation, regulation and movement ■ Recognize the impact of aging processes on the older adult in terms of activities of daily living ■ Identify the basics of the nurses role in providing patient centered care to the older adult ■ Consider general safety implications based on changes with aging ■ Analyze adaptations in communication collaboration and teamwork that are necessary with older adults when functional and/or sensory changes are present ■ Consider self concept implications for older adults experiencing physical or psychosocial losses that impact sensory deprivation or overload ■ Explain cultural identity and relationships between older adults, families and with caregivers ■ Discuss the impacts of aging on spirituality, and responses to losses, grief, and death ■ Identify adaptations related to sexuality for the older adult ■ Recognize evidence based practice implications that improve safe quality patient centered care for the older adult with the changes of aging [Show More]

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