Older Adult 01 Health, Medicine, Nursing Coursework

Older Adult
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How do the five senses help the older adult interpret various forms of communication?
Taste, sight, smell, hearing, and touch are the five primary senses people are born with. As they age, these five senses undergo various changes and often interpret the way they communicate with one another. Most individuals lose the precision and sharpness of their senses when they reach their 60, and it becomes difficult for them to see or hear the people around. Thus, they are unable to answer most of their questions, and it is how a communication gap is created. Old-age people whose five senses work perfectly can process information, communicate, and participate in leisurely activities according to their desires.
Explain how the aging of Baby Boomers has impacted the healthcare system in the United States
The healthcare system of the United States has been under the scrutiny for some years now because of the aging population. The population of seniors (aging from 60 to 85) has passed over 60 million this America, and it has become difficult for doctors and nurses to deal with numerous elderly patients in the hospital. Most of them are enrolled in Medicare, and reimbursement is lower than for privately insured patients, impacting the overall health care system of the country.
Describe Miller’s Functional Consequences Theory of Aging
According to Miller's functional consequences theory (2008), nurses are responsible for promoting wellness and health among older adults and for fostering a sense of dignity and value. Old-age people have higher chances of developing chronic diseases than children, teenagers ...