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Middle Adulthood
From Medical-Surgical Nursing (Ignatavicius)
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
01/19/2011

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Term
Middle adult age ranges
Definition
35-64 years
Most think 40-65
Considered to be "prime of life"
Term
Physical changes
Definition
Presbyopia
Background noise is an issue
Ch & Sh sounds harder to distinguish
Weight gain is centered in gut and hips
Mature onset diabetes
Menopause
Term
Psychosocial Changes
Definition
Midlife crisis
Term
Sexual changes
Definition
Climacteric changes
Can focus back on partner
Realize who partner is again
Term
Health Promotion
Definition
Routine physical exam q 2-3 years
Immunizations (tetanus- q10y)
Annual dental assessments
Tonometry q3-4y
BSE monthly
Testicular Self Exam monthly
Term
More Health Promotions
Definition
CVD Screening
Colorectal, breast, cervical, and prostate CAs
Tuberculosis screening q2yNu
Term
Nutrition Health Promo
Definition
Adequate protein, calcium, and Vitamin D
Low fat and sodium diet
Exercise 3x a week
Term
Social Health Promo
Definition
Encourage discussion of feelings
Provide time to expand and review interests
Planning retirement
Alcoholism may be hidden
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