Older adults can be categorized as a vulnerable population, and I agree with this statement. As we age there are many normal changes to our bodies that cause older adults to be at risk for being vulnerable. Identifying these changes helps us to evaluate potential problems and create interventions to avoid them. The purpose of this post is to summarize key concepts that explains why this population is vulnerable and ways to minimize those risks.
There are many physical changes as we age that affect our safety. Loss of bone and muscle mass can cause overall weakness that can increase risk of falls (Tabloski, 2014). This can lead to a lower total water volume, which causes gastrointestinal disturbances. Loss of sensory function is very
There are many physical changes as we age that affect our safety. Loss of bone and muscle mass can cause overall weakness that can increase risk of falls (Tabloski, 2014). This can lead to a lower total water volume, which causes gastrointestinal disturbances. Loss of sensory function is very