Nursing and the Aging Family
1. Follow the 3 x 3 rule: minimum three paragraphs per DQ, with a minimum of three sentences each paragraph.
2. All answers or discussions comments submitted must be in APA format according to Publication Manual
American Psychological Association (APA) (6th ed.) 2009, ISBN: 978-1-4338-0561-5
3. Minimum of two references, not older than 2015.
Questions
Chapter 25 – Vision and Hearing: 1A. Describe the signs and symptoms of any two (2) of the following vision disorders in the elderly; cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, detached retina, and corneal ulcers. 1B. List two nursing interventions with rationale for each disorder.
Chapter 26- Endocrine Function: 2. Summarize the effects of aging on endocrine function in the elderly.