Mental Health
 A bond of trust should be felt with
the provider.
 If you notice you’re getting more
forgetful, talk to your physician.
Physical Activities
 Physical activity helps with weight
loss and strengthening bones,
preventing osteoporosis.
 The elderly population largely
benefits from physical activity, as
this promotes healthy aging.
 Efforts should be made to maintain
proper sleep hygiene and eat
healthy while maintaining an
exercise routine.
Importance of Health Appointments
 No-show behavior affects all parties
including patients, families,
providers, and insurance agencies.
 If you have to miss an appointment,
call the office to reschedule.
 Keep a calendar of all your
appointments and set reminders on
your phone.
Injuries Related to Over-working
 Know your physical strengths.
Home Environment
 Having nothing to trip over in the
floor and proper lighting can
prevent falls.
Respiratory Diseases
 Consider smoking cessation and
getting fresh air daily
Immunizations
 The influenza vaccine decreases 25-
39% of hospital admissions in the This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed
older adult population. under CC BY-NC-ND
 Annual influenza vaccine,
pneumococcal vaccine every 5 years
after 65, zoster vaccination, and
tetanus vaccine every 10 years
Preventative services
HEALTH
 Aspirin prescription, blood pressure
PROMOTION
checks, and depression and obesity
checks
Screenings
 Breast cancer screenings every 2
years for ages 55-74
 Prostate cancer screenings annually ETSU College of Nursing
for ages <75 years
 Colon cancer screenings every 5
years for ages 65-85
Chronic Diseases
 Some diseases, such as high blood
pressure and diabetes, can cause
your brain to not get enough blood,
which can lead to lapses in memory.
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed
Medications under CC BY-SA-NC
 Medications can affect mental
cognition, balance, and strength.
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