Read chapter 19 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentation. Once done, answer the following questions;

1. Discuss the aging process.

2. Discuss the demographic characteristics of the elderly population in your community.

3. Describe and give 2 examples of psychosocial issues related to aging.

4. Describe and give 2 examples of physiological changes due to aging.

As stated in the syllabus present your assignment in an APA format word document, Arial 12 font attached to the forum in the discussion tab of the blackboard titled “Week 13 discussion questions” for grading and in the tab titled “Week 13 assignment” in Turnitin to verify originality. A minimum of 3 evidence-based references besides the class textbook must be used and one must be from a Geriatric Nursing magazine or journal. You must post two replies to any of your peers sustained with the proper references and make sure that the references that you use in your assignment are properly quoted in it. A minimum of 700 words is required.

Answer preview

The nursing practitioners offer a plethora of services to diverse people with different health needs. The senior citizens are among the most substantial visitors of healthcare organizations.  The senior citizens experience various physiological and psychosocial challenges, but they differ from person to the other.  The elderly population is always encouraged to prioritize their health measures such as taking regular health screenings, observing balance diets and doing exercises.  Similarly, older adults need a lot of physiological support to help to improve their psychological health.

Aging process

Aging is a gradual process that occurs in all body organisms.  According to Rowland, & Bellizzi (2014), aging is a natural process that takes place to all living organisms.  In human beings aging involves the accumulation of various changes over time which encompasses physiological, physical and social changes.  The exact causes of aging are unknown, but various…

 

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