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Real-World Problems Experienced by Elderly Individuals - Coggle Diagram
Real-World Problems Experienced by Elderly Individuals
Falls
Staircase Falls
Trip Falls
Step Falls
Risk of life-threatening injury
Restricted Mobility
Osteoarthritis
Limping
Joint Pain
Stroke Sufferers
Rehabilitation Time
Rehabilitation Success
Difficulty Eating
Parkinsons Disease Victims
Cognitive Decline
Difficulty Swallowing
Difficulty Walking
Dementia
Neglecting Medication
Confusion
Impaired decision-making
Memory Loss
Vulnerability
Hearing Loss
Ear blockages
Design improvement for hearing aids
Loneliness
Grief / Loss of partner
Isolated from comunity
Distance from friends & family
Mental Health Consequences
Care for other partner
Personal Hygiene
Oral Hygiene
Tooth Decay
Difficulty Brushing Teeth
Cracked Skin
Risk of Infection
Foot Care
In-grown toe nails
Poor-fitting Footwear
Circulatory Problems
Cracked Heals
Risk of infection
Showers / Baths
Difficulty Washing
Difficulty getting into the shower / bath
Urinary Incontinence
Disposable Pull-Up Pants
Unit Cost
Sustainability Issue
Effects on Bedding / Furniture
Frequent Bathroom Cleaning
Limited Access to Services
GP / Healthacre
Highstreet Shops
Food Shopping
Communication (e.g. telephones & emails)
