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Gerantology Ch1
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Undergraduate 2
09/02/2008

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Centenarian
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individuals 100-109 years old
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Ageism
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A stereotype supported by the media and advertising. Turned attention away from the hallmarks of successful aging.
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Chronological age
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Frail Elderly
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Functional Age
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Geriatrics
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Geriatrician
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Gerontological Nursing
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Gerontology
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Life Expectancy
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Nonagenarian
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Super Centenarian
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What are the chronological classifications of elderly age groups?
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What is the fastest growing segment of the population?
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As of 2002 what is the life expectancy for boys and girls?
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How does African American Life expectancy compare?
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What country has the longest life expectancy?
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What is the population of the US with regards to the 65 + Population at the present time?
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What is the projection for the 65 and older population by 2030?
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What racial group is growing and expected to grow the fastest over the next 25-30 years?
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What factors facilitate the aging process?
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What factors hinder the aging process?
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Identify several factors that have influenced the progress of gerontological nursing as a specialty practice.
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