Tag Archives: geriatric care
Communicating with the Elderly
For caregivers, effective communication with the elderly has practical benefits. It can: Help prevent medical errors Strengthen the patient-provider relationship Make the most of limited interaction time Lead to improved health outcomes Tips on how to communicate with the elderly … Continue reading
A Caregiver’s Tips to Avoid Anorexia in Seniors
Anorexia is a medical term that means lack of appetite but sometimes it occurs for psychological reasons that can lead to significant weight loss. Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder where a person eats significantly less than what is needed … Continue reading
What You Need to Know About Preventive Care
Preventive care lets your doctor find potential health problems BEFORE you feel sick, to avoid these problems or to identify them early. This can include immunizations, lab tests, physical exams, health advice and prescriptions. Given the rapid aging of the … Continue reading
Why You Need a Geriatric Nurse for your Aging Parent
Advances in health care have led to an increased life expectancy and have resulted in larger aging population. In the United States of America, 20% of the American population will be above the age of 65 by the year 2050; … Continue reading
Why Weakened Seniors Should Get Geriatric Care
Loved ones and family members may not know it but for seniors who have been diagnosed with certain conditions impairing their senses and mobility, seniors whose physical strength and stamina have deteriorated with age, and seniors who prefer to stay … Continue reading