Remediation for C475
Care of the Older Adult (Western Governors University)
, Kerry Petek Remediation for
C475 Competency 1
1. Explain how the aging of Baby Boomers has impacted the health-
care system in the United States.
the number of older individuals will exceed the number
of children in the world.
2. Describe Miller's Functional consequences Theory of Aging.
(2008) provides a framework for wellness promotion in
older adults by helping nurses to recognize their poten-
tial for growth and using wellness nursing diagnoses to
foster a sense of value and dignity.
3. List 4 health disparities seen among the African-American popu-
lation in the US.
African Americans experience higher rates of diabetes,
hypertension, and chronic kidney disease and cancer
more than other Americans
4. Describe effective communication techniques for patients who
have cognitive impairment.
Speak slowly and pause, use nonverbal communication,
give time for patient to respond. Simplify vocabulary and
avoid jargon.
5. Which teaching preferences are desired by most older adults?
Adults need to know why they need to learn something
before learning it.
The self-concept of adults is heavily dependent on a move
toward self-direction.
Prior experience of the learner provides a rich resource
for learning.
Care of the Older Adult (Western Governors University)
, Kerry Petek Remediation for
C475 Competency 1
1. Explain how the aging of Baby Boomers has impacted the health-
care system in the United States.
the number of older individuals will exceed the number
of children in the world.
2. Describe Miller's Functional consequences Theory of Aging.
(2008) provides a framework for wellness promotion in
older adults by helping nurses to recognize their poten-
tial for growth and using wellness nursing diagnoses to
foster a sense of value and dignity.
3. List 4 health disparities seen among the African-American popu-
lation in the US.
African Americans experience higher rates of diabetes,
hypertension, and chronic kidney disease and cancer
more than other Americans
4. Describe effective communication techniques for patients who
have cognitive impairment.
Speak slowly and pause, use nonverbal communication,
give time for patient to respond. Simplify vocabulary and
avoid jargon.
5. Which teaching preferences are desired by most older adults?
Adults need to know why they need to learn something
before learning it.
The self-concept of adults is heavily dependent on a move
toward self-direction.
Prior experience of the learner provides a rich resource
for learning.
