[NURS 3310] - Final Exam Guide - Comprehensive Notes for the exam (40 pages long!)
29 Nov 2016
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Aging chapter 12: optimizing rest and sleep patterns. 67% of adults believe sleep is as important as diet and exercise. 2/3 of older adults report some of the symptoms of sleep disorders. Explains changes in sleep patterns that occur as we age. Regulates hormone secretion, core body temperature, and sleep patterns. Aging alters the circadian rhythm of melatonin, serotonin, thermoregulatory response, and sleep wake cycles. Can have major impact on ability to function and attitude about life. Daytime sleepiness has cognitive social, and occupational consequences. Chronic sleep loss compromises endocrine and immune functions. Getting up at night to go to the bathroom. Aging chapter 17: living safely in the environment. Livable communities= places where older adults can have a good quality of life. Aging in place= aging in your original environment. Need will increase over the next 15-20 years. Used to measure and document patient outcomes for the purpose of ensuring quality improvement.
