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Geriatric Care (Physical changes (Integumentary System (Methods to slow…

- - - - Causes coldness, dryness, and poor wound healing
    - - Good nail, skin and hair care are essential
      - Use mild soaps, avoid daily baths
      - Frequent Bath oils, or moisturizing lotions are recommended
      - Brushing hair can stimulate circulation and production of oil
      - Any sores or injuries should be cared for
      - Room temp set at at a higher level use sicks, sweaters, blankets the use of hot water bottles and heating blankets are not recommended
      - Proper diet and exercise, decreased sun exposure and use sunscreen
  - - - Calcium and other minerals are lost from bones and causes bones to become brittle and more likely to fx
    - - Inflammation of the joint
    - - Providing as of enviroment
      - Encourage exercise- ROM exercises
      - Diet rich in protein, calcium and vitamins can slow this process down
      - Aids in ambulation
- - - - Higher pitched and weaker
    - - Makes them more susceptible to colds and pneumonia
    - - Learn to alternate activity with periods of rest
      - Proper body alignment and positioning
      - Sleep in semi-fowlers position, with 2 or 3 pillows
      - Portable O2 may be needed
      - Practice slow deep breathing and coughing
  - - - Person may speak louder and ask for words to be repeated and not hear high frequencies
    - - Decrease will affect appetite and have a hard time smelling gas, chemicals, smoke and other dangerous chemicals
    - - More prone to burns