Gerontology

Despite having well- trained health employees, Australia are facing the problem of health workforce shortages which are more significant in many areas such as nursing, medical practitioners, allied professionals and rural, remote area (Productivity Commission Research Report, 2005). Due to a complicated communication of demographic, socio-cultural, clinical and professional factors, recent workforce shortages are increasing. In addition, the workforce shortages are not well regulated, but…

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) defines occupations as “Various kinds of life activities in which individuals, groups or populations engage, including activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, rest and sleep, education, work, play, leisure, and social participation” (American Occupational Therapy Association, 2014). Two of the most important occupations that an individual engages in are activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities…

Elderly population can be divided into groups, including the functional elderly, the frail elderly and those with chronic diseases. Each of these groups has specific nutritional requirement. Several factors have to be taken into account when creating a diet for these people, including, age, gender, living conditions, mental and physical state, the medications they may need to take, and social support. The functional elderly are likely to have nutrient needs that do not vary markedly, except for…

I wonder if ageism plays a key in situations like these? Society views ‘older adults’ in such a negative light it is difficult to know if driving should be apart of their lives. After reading the New York Times article provided for us, it seems the general consensus in our society is that all older adults should succumb to ‘their physical frailty’. Elderly are more likely to be injured in an accident and more likely to die of that injury. My question is, if the aging population is forced to…

Working with Older Adults Aging people find it hard to adjust to the new life changes. Elderly individuals frequently have to find means to cope with all kinds of changes in their lives which may include social, financial, and health issues. To cope with the situation, most elderly people consider spending their old age in a nursing home, community-based center, or they employ professional social worker in their home. The social workers services needed may include adult day care, mental health…

Case Study: A Comparison of Two Older Adults Stephanie Manning OT 626 The aging process is inevitable and yet the way in which an individual interprets or perceives the aging process can vary. Over time our body structures and cognitive capacities decline and it is in this decline where perspectives on life changes affect the overall successfulness of aging. The aging population now has the opportunity to live longer, happier lives. This increase in life expectancy is a product of culture which…

The concept of dignity in social care originated in England and has been a vital part of elder care since its establishment. This concept is one in which seeks to ensure any person receiving care from family or health care professionals are able to consciously make decisions pertaining to their care. Dignity care also makes sure patients are receiving the appropriate care they need and deserve; this concept lowers the risk of intentional physical or mental harm or abuse to patients. Dignity care…

Synthesis of Principles Defining the Lifespan Development Approach In this section will integrate one of the principles of development which state that development is lifelong, multidimensional, multidirectional, gains and losses, contextual and historical, and/or multidisciplinary. To do so, describe your chosen principle and explain how it can be applied to each of your five topics. Construct clear arguments regarding how your chosen principle drives, and is influenced by key elements…

An optometrist is a doctor that is specialized only in eyes. The job of an optometrist is first to be able to examine eyes and to detect or diagnose a patient if they have any serious eye complications or diseases. They must also prescribe the correct prescription to be able to fix or help the patient’s vision. An optometrist also prescribes glasses or contact lens when needed. Many optometrist also have to be able to deal with eye injuries, or disorders of the eyes. They have to be able to run…

In the United States, elderly abuse has been increasing rapidly and there are many effects of elder abuse. Some of the effects of elder abuse could be physical and psychological. These kind of abuse are really hard to identify. For instance, the abusers could hide the fact that they are abusing the elders. So, the consequences of elders abuse could be a long or short-term effects. According to Centers for Disease, physical effects is the most immediate effects. It included things such as…