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Gerontology Exam 1Wellness incorporates what aspects of a person's being? - physical
emotional
intellectual
social
spiritual
cultural
environment
Wellness Model? - Every person has an optimum level of functioning to achieve a good and
satisfactory existence
Based on the wellness continuum chart
Physical Wellness? - Regular Activity
Diet and nutrition
Avoidance of harmful substances
Emotional Wellness? - Acknowledging one's feelings
Form healthy relationships
Cope with stress
Spiritual Wellness? - Thinking time
Purpose and meaning in life
Intellectual Wellness? - Expanding one's knowledge
Exploring hobbies and interests
Challenging oneself to stay sharp
Occupational Wellness? - Doing what you love
Contributing to society
, Balancing work and personal time
Key strategies for Improving health in older people? - Healthy lifestyle
injury prevention
preventative services/ screening
immunizations
Self-management of chronic illness
Chronic Illness - What are the most common? - Heart disease
HTN
CA
Arthritis
DM
* 80+% of adults 70+ have one chronic health condition; 50% have multiple conditions
Primary Prevention? - Healthy lifestyle behaviors
stress management
education
Secondary Prevention? - Screening guidelines and immunizations
annual wellness visits
Medicare coverage for preventative services? - Screenings - CA, DM, heart, hearing, glaucoma
Gerontological "Explosion"? - worldwide number of older adults has increased significantly
% of Minority Groups In US by Year? - 1970 - 16%
1998 - 27%
2050 - 50%
Health Disparities and Older adults? - Geographic location
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