M&Y Communicating With Older People (Obj)

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and definitions related to the concepts of aging, communication, and healthcare for older people.

Normal Aging

The process characterized by numerous changes across various biological levels as individuals grow older.

Chronic Diseases

Long-term health conditions that have replaced acute diseases as the major cause of disability and death in older populations.

Cognitive Impairment

Deterioration in memory, attention, and function often seen in older adults, impacting their ability to perform daily activities.

Ageism

Discrimination against individuals based on their age, particularly affecting older adults in healthcare settings.

Ego Integrity

A concept from Erikson's theory describing acceptance of one’s life as meaningful and without regrets, central to psychosocial development in older age.

Healthy Aging

The process of maximizing opportunities for physical, social, and mental well-being to ensure active involvement in society and enhance quality of life.

Person-Centred Care

An approach that emphasizes respect for and responsiveness to individual patient preference, needs, and values in healthcare.

Functional Consequences Framework

A nursing assessment model that emphasizes functional abilities and self-management in older adults.

Geriatric Syndromes

Common syndromes in older adults that include falls, incontinence, frailty, pressure ulcers, and delirium.

Successful Aging

A multidimensional concept that includes physical health, mental health, social engagement, and the ability to adapt to aging.