NURSE 305 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Heredity, Donepezil, Life Review
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My body is not the same myths & facts about physical issues & aging. I cant remember myths & facts about cognitive issues & aging. Watch my behavior myths & facts about mood & behavioral issues & aging. What i believe is true common myths & facts about older adults. Sex & the senior myths & facts about sexuality & older adults. Ageism: societal prejudice negative stereotypes that lead to misunderstanding of aging. Gerontological nursing: caring for health problems as well as the goal of helping individuals maximize their capabilities throughout the aging process. To discriminate against the very people we are destined to join is the most irrational prejudice of all. Understand that most clients in this age group live on a fixed income. Hence, supplies (eg. equipment & medication) used should be as economical as possible. Allow the client to be actively involved in all decisions made.
