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The Twilight Years - Coggle Diagram
The Twilight Years
Pharmacological Changes
Distribution
Lower Cardiac Output
Lower lean body mass
Metabolism
Lower liver mass and hepatic blood flow
Lower Blood Proteins
Elimination
Lower Glomerular Filtration Rate
Absorption
Lower motility and stomach blood flow
Lower topical medicine absorption
Lower gastric acid production
Coping Mechanisms for Caregivers
Face your feeling
Maintain hobbies and interests
Acceptance
Yoga, meditation and exercise
Psychological Changes
Depression
Anxiety
Dementia
Substance Abuse
Physiological Changes
Musculoskeletal System
Osteoporosis and risk of fracture
Respiratory System
Lower chest wall compliance
Lower ventilation perfusion
Immune System
Increase in recurrent infection
Increase in malignancy
Nervous System
Lower cognitive function
Sleep patterns change
Polypharmacy
Use of multiple medications at once
Symptoms in the elderly
Preventive Measures
Vaccination
Screening
Functional Assessment Screening
Goals
Monitor Changes
Enhance Dependance
Improve Health
Identify Disabilities
BMI
Formula: weight (kg) / height^2 (m)