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THE AGING PROCESS / EFFECT ON THE BASIC HUMAN NEEDS NURSING INTERVENTIONS. HEALTH PROMOTION-HYGIENE. - Promote independence in care -bowel and bladder training -exercises: Kegel Pelvic muscle -diet -medications: ditropan detrol. HEALTH PROMOTION-ACTIVITY.
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THE AGING PROCESS / EFFECT ON THE BASIC HUMAN NEEDSNURSING INTERVENTIONS
HEALTH PROMOTION-HYGIENE • - Promote independence in care • -bowel and bladder training • -exercises: Kegel Pelvic muscle • -diet • -medications: ditropan detrol
HEALTH PROMOTION-ACTIVITY • Regular exercise: promotes & maintains health • Types of exercise: resistance aerobic swimming performing ADL’s
HEALTH PROMOTION-SAFETY Home environment: modifications to the home -handrails -avoid scatter rugs -adequate lighting Driving safety: MVA most common cause of injury related deaths (between 65-74 yrs of age) Medications Hospital environment
HEALTH PROMOTION-OXYGENATION • Avoid smoking • Moderate exercise • Vaccinations: Influenza Pneumococcal
HEALTH PROMOTION-NUTRITION • Promote proper nutrition: dietary fat complex carbs, fiber, fruits & vegetables • Supplemental vitamins • Food assistance: Meals on Wheels Senior Centers Food Banks Food Stamps
HEALTH PROMOTION-ELIMINATION Promoting proper diet Promoting exercise Bowel and Bladder training Pharmacological measures: Stool softeners Various laxatives -stimulant -saline -bulk forming
HEALTH PROMOTION-REST & SLEEP • Provide restful environment • Maintain scheduled routines • Pharmacologic measures: OTC Restoril Ambien
HEALTH PROMOTION-PSYCHOSOCIAL • Keep active: belong to a community • Manage stress through coping mechanisms • Maintain a positive outlook on life • Reminisce about your life
HEALTH PROMOTION-HUMAN SEXUALITY • Monitoring side effects of meds • Maintaining positive mental attitude • Keeping physically active