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Middle adulthood lasts
35-65 years old
Physiologic changes is best met with a positive attitude, high self-esteem, and favorable body image.
middle adulthood
What are the health risks for middle adults?
1. cardiovascular disease
2. diabetes mellitus type 2
3. anxiety and depression
4. obesity
The primary psychosocial task of the middle adult is ____________.
generativity
Failure to achieve this task results in ______________.
stagnation
As part of the aging process, middle adults experience which physiologic changes?
1. thin, wrinkled skin
2. hyperglycemia
3. menopause
4. hypertension
5. decreased hearing
6. graying and thinning hair
Occurs once the ovaries no longer produce estrogen and progesterone.
menopause between 45 and 60 years of age
The period of time during which ovarian function is declining.
perimenopause
Occurs in males in the late 40s or early 50s. Decreasing levels of androgens (testosterone).
Climacteric
Erickson stage of middle adult
generativity versus stagnation
Piaget's stage of cognitive
formal operations
Which recommendations will promote health in middle adults?
1. Participate in recommended health screenings
2. Continue to exercise and eat healthy foods
3. Avoid substance, including alcohol and tobacco
4. Obtain recommended vaccinations
A client with a body mass index of 29 is classified as;
overweight
A client with a body mass index of 24 is classified as
healthy weight
Zoster recombinant (RZV) for shingles
two doses needed beginning at age 50
A middle adult presents to the clinic for immunizations. Assuming all previous recommended vaccines have been administered, which immunizations should the healthcare professional prepare to administer?
1. Zoster recombinant (RZV)
2. Tetanus (Td)
3. Seasonal influenza
4. COVID-19
Women should begin the annual mammogram screenings at age 45.
Female middle adulthood
Men should have an annual serum prostate-specific antigen test beginning at age 50.
Male middle adulthood
Which teaching topics should be included that apply to all middle adults?
1. Participating in routine screenings
2. Stress management techniques
3. Suggestions for healthy meals
4. Recommended immunizations
A client attending the health fair weighs 160 pounds and is 5 feet 1 inches tall. The calculated body mass index (BMI) is 30.2, which represents
obese
Which are health risks for the middle adult?
1. Obesity
2. Heart attack
3. Cancer
Kiara explains the developmental crisis of middle adulthood and how to successfully master the core task. Which examples would meet the developmental task of the middle adult?
1. The middle adult finds themselves caring for a young child and aging parents.
2. The middle adult mentors younger colleagues at work
After instruction, the middle adult should identify which important aspects of healthcare at this age?
1. Prostate-specific antigen testing beginning at age 60
2. Annual skin assessment beginning at age 40
3. Physical examination every 1-2 years
4. Mammogram annually beginning at age 45
What is middle adult at risk for due to empty nest syndrome?
1. stress and loneliness
2. separation from partner
3. depression
The healthcare professional is instructing the client in health-related behaviors. What should be the priority focus for this client?
1. Instruct the client to return in one year for another routine physical
2. Instruct the client about recommended vaccinations
3. Instruct the client in secondary prevention strategies
The period of time during which ovarian function is declining.
perimenopause