Health Sciences 2711A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: Intersectionality, Discrete Event Simulation, Hospital Bed
26 Apr 2020
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Lecture 9 note ageing in place & end of life. Intersectionality of ageing in place and successful ageing: there is an intersectionality of ageing in place and successful ageing through selection (choice), optimization (the best outcome), and compensation (assistance) Installation of handrails, grab bars, ramps, reachable cupboards, storage and door handles: removal of carpets. March 18th, 2020: note: home adaptations may perpetuate social stigma that reinforces the negative stereotype of ageing, such as dysfunctional, weak, and dependent. Environmental gerontology: a specialization within gerontology that seeks an understanding and interventions to optimize the relationship between ageing persons and their physical/social environments, need assessments , types and level of support. March 18th, 2020: neighborhoods are safe, relationships are respectful, health and community support services are available, opportunities for seniors to be socially active exist, seniors can take part in volunteer, political, and employment positions. Information is easy to find and easy to understand.
