NURS 179 Class Project

This project is designed to help expand your understanding of aging and to share your personal thoughts and feelings regarding the aging process. In this project, you will work independently to answer the following questions regarding the aging process. You will be required to make a powerpoint that displays the answers the questions below. Please include a reference list in APA format. The project will be due 12/7/2021 by 8:00 AM .

1. Share your personal philosophy of aging.

Please include:

a) Your personal definition of aging

b) The hopes, fears, and goals you currently hold regarding personal aging

2. Share 1 current media item (Commercial, poster, advertisement, trailer of a movie or a tv show) that reflects a positive and accurate image of aging. Explain why this is an accurate portrayal of aging using content learned in class (from powerpoint, textbook, etc.)

3. Share with the class 1 current media item that reflect a negative and erroneous image of aging. Explain why this is NOT an accurate portrayal of aging using content learned in class (from powerpoint, textbook, etc.)

4. Pick one specific disease that an older adult may experience. Please include:

A. Definition of the disease

B. Symptoms of the disease

C. Prognosis of the disease

5. Create a nursing care plan to care for a patient with this disease. Please include:

A. 2 Nursing diagnoses

B. 1 expected outcome per nursing diagnosis (2 expected outcomes total)

C. 3 Interventions for each diagnosis (6 interventions total)

D. A rationale for each nursing intervention (6 rationales total)

E. An evaluation for each intervention that demonstrates how you will know that the intervention was effective. (6 evaluations total)

6. Reflect on considerations when caring for an older adult. Please include:

a. Challenges you feel you may face when caring for older adults

b. Strategies to overcome these challenges

Assignment Preview:

1. My personal philosophy of aging is that it is a natural and inevitable process that we all go through, and it is important to embrace it and make the most of it. My definition of aging is the process of growing older and the changes that come with it, both physical and psychological. One of my hopes for aging is to maintain good health and independence for as long as possible. One of my fears is losing mental or physical function as I get older. One of my goals is to age gracefully and to continue learning and growing throughout my life.

2. One current media item that reflects a positive and accurate image of aging is the commercial for the clothing store Old Navy, which features a group of older adults participating in various activities and looking stylish and active. This commercial accurately portrays aging as a time of continued activity and engagement in life, rather than a time of decline and isolation. It also challenges stereotypes about older adults being out of touch with fashion and trends.

3. One current media item that reflects a negative and erroneous image of aging is a TV show that portrays older adults as being forgetful, dependent, and unable to participate in activities or make decisions for themselves. This is not an accurate portrayal of aging because it reinforces harmful stereotypes about older adults and ignores the diversity and individuality of the aging experience. Many older adults are still active, independent, and capable of making their own decisions.

4. One specific disease that an older adult may experience is Alzheimer’s disease.

A. Definition: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that causes difficulty with memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.

B. Symptoms: Early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease may include forgetting recent events or conversations, difficulty solving problems, and confusion about time and place. As the disease progresses, symptoms may include difficulty with basic tasks, changes in personality and behavior, and difficulty speaking, swallowing, and walking.

C. Prognosis: Alzheimer’s disease is currently incurable, and the rate of progression varies from person to person. In general, the prognosis is poor, as most people with Alzheimer’s disease will eventually need full-time care and support.

5. Nursing care plan:

A. Nursing diagnosis 1: Impaired memory related to Alzheimer’s disease.

Expected outcome 1: The patient will demonstrate improved memory and recall ability.

Interventions:

1. Encourage the patient to use memory aids, such as a planner or calendar.
2. Use repetition and visual aids to help the patient remember important information.
3. Encourage the patient to participate in activities that stimulate the brain, such as puzzles or memory games.
4. Help the patient create a routine and use visual cues to remind them of daily tasks.
5. Encourage the patient to get regular exercise, as physical activity has been shown to have positive effects on cognitive function.

Rationales:

1. Memory aids can help the patient remember important information and tasks.
2. Repetition and visual aids can help the patient retain new information.
3. Participating in activities that stimulate the brain can help maintain cognitive function.
4. A routine and visual cues can help the patient stay organized and independent.
5. Exercise has been shown to have positive effects on cognitive function and overall health.

Evaluations:

1. Observe the patient’s use of memory aids and record any improvement in memory and recall ability.
2. Ask the patient to recall information that was previously taught, and record any improvement in memory and recall ability.
3. Ask the patient about their participation in brain-stimulating activities, and record

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