Study Notes for Care of the Elderly Unit

Ageism

Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination directed toward individuals based on their age, significantly impacting the quality of life and care for older adults.

Empowering older patients

A core nursing responsibility involving fostering autonomy, supporting informed decision-making, and advocating for their rights and preferences across various care environments.

Social isolation in older adults

A significant issue often exacerbated by factors such as loss of a spouse/friends, declining health, mobility limitations, sensory impairments, and a fear of injury or hospitalization.

Person-centered care

An approach that places the individual older adult at the center of their care planning, respecting their choices, preferences, and values, and enabling active participation in decisions about their health and well-being.