Lack Of Self Care At The Older Adult Population

The geriatric population has been subject that has been of concern to public for many years. Older adults with chronic medical problems has been an issue which numerous health reports, articles, researches and debates have been based on. The question here will be why is older adults with chronic medical problems a popular topic of discussion? Literature reviews and researches have been carried out in an attempt to explore and evaluate the current conditions of the geriatric population and also basic

The Elderly as a Vulnerable Population Lauren M. Lorio NUR/440 April 9, 2012 Maria Mendez The Elderly as a Vulnerable Population Vulnerability is defined as susceptibility or increased risk for health problems (DeChesnay, 2008).  A group of individuals are considered at higher risk for illness when their physical, emotional, psychological, or social health, is compromised (Aday, 2001).  There are many leading causes for why a population is considered at higher risk; socioeconomic, age, gender

social issue that is important to acknowledge is the abuse of older people. For so many years, elder abuse has been a hidden yet growing problem in the United States. This problem is recognized as a tragedy that impacts older adults of all races, cultures, sexual orientations, social class and geographic areas. Additionally, this is a critical public health problem that has negative consequences on the health and well-being of older adults. Although the definitions of elder abuse vary, the U.S Administration

and hair changing to gray hair are examples of primary aging in older adults. In addition, in primary aging, the sensory senses begin to change in older adults. The aging-related changes, in the integumentary system due to aging are graying of the hair wrinkling of skin, reduced skin, dry skin, thicker nails and age spots (PSY:403 Shannon Saszik, personal communication, Integumentary System). Gray and thinning of hair of older adult men and women is part of primary aging which may be heredity.

definitions are needs oriented and substitute the terms abuse and neglect to the inability of the caretakers’ to meet the elderly basic needs or maltreatment of elderly adults. This definition is less criminally oriented. Elderly abuse is a concealed, yet increasing problem in the United States. It is a catastrophe that impacts older adults of all races, cultures, social classes and sexual orientations. Elderly abuse will continue undiminished until community members work together to address this horrendous

Elder Self Neglect and Social Justice Nicole Monson Submitted to Instructor Terry Lee, MSN, RN, BC, in partial fulfillment of NR410 Introduction to the Profession of Nursing Regis University January 29, 2017 Introduction Self-neglect in the elderly is an important public health issue. It occurs more frequently than any other form of abuse or neglect and is expected to become even more prevalent as baby boomers retire and government appointed resources for the elderly decrease (MacLeod

sometimes seen in aging adults are often seen in those with SUDs. The Role of the Physician One of the first lines of defense in helping the elderly who are struggling with substance abuse is assisting them in recognizing there is a problem and correctly screening for substance abuse (Han et al., 2009). This primary role of the physician is essential to the treatment of the older patient’s medical needs. The medical community plays an important role in the lives of older people. Physicians prescribe

In the U.S., there is an essential population of informal caregivers that devote a significant amount of time and resources to caring for older adults with impairments. However, due to the informal nature of these caregiver relationships, there is a lack of knowledge and understanding of this population. In “A National Profile of Family and Unpaid Caregivers Who Assist Older Adults with Health Care Activities (2016)”, Wolff and colleagues highlight the importance of understanding the responsibilities

As the population of the United States increases so will our older adult population. This population consists of individuals 65 years old and above. “ By 2030, the number of United States adults age 65 and older will more than double to about 71 million (CDC, 2012). This suggests that more people of older age will need services whether medical, financial, etc. These services include nursing homes, which are private and state institutions that provide residential accommodations with healthcare. However

middle-income, not just those in poverty. The lack of medical intervention is the leading cause of poor health, increased long-term health care costs and early mortality (CDC, 2014). Indiana ranks 41st in overall health rankings and Greene County ranked 81st in clinical care out of 92 counties (County Health Rankings & America Health Rankings, 2014). Although cost is not always the primary reason that people fail to seek the needed medical attention; lack of providers, transportation and support are