Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy
- Tender, swollen breasts
- Nausea with or without vomiting
- Increased urination
- Fatigue
- Food aversions or cravings
Physiological changes in normal aging
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Relationship of menopause and depression
Menopausal women are three times more likely to be diagnosed with depression than the general population.
Depression in menopause is likely caused by shifting hormone levels. Both a reduction in estrogen and a rise in testosterone
Effective Strategy to Promote Positive Health Habits in Young and Middle Adult Clients
- Reinforced by repetition
- Health teaching and health counselling
- Maintain habits that promote health and offer healthier alternatives to poor habits
- Effective daily exercise for stress reduction. When middle adults seek healthcare, focus on goals of wellness
Behaviours and developmental patterns of young adults
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Safety Education for Young Adults
- Pregnancy
- Labour
- Delivery
- Breastfeeding
- Integration of a newborn into the family
Erikson’s Developmental Task During Young, Middle Adulthood
Erikson’s Developmental Theory (1968 - 1982)
- Importance of middle adults to achieve generatively - occurs primarily with children and younger people
- Failure to do so - person becomes stagnant - can result in excessive concern for themselves or destructive behaviour towards children/ community
Middle Adulthood (Characteristics)
- Early to mid 30’s through mid 60’s
- Personal and career achievement
- Focus on assisting young people to be productive and responsible adults
Common Stressors in Young Adults
- Unplanned pregnancies
- Job Stress
- Family Stress
- Physical changes with aging
Expected Finding for Vision in Middle Aged Adults
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Define Sandwich Generation
Caring for children and aging parents
- Significant with aging population
- Issues - housing, employment, health, economic realities have changed social expectations
- Access to health and community resources
- Adaption of home to accommodate older adults
Growing Health Concerns in Middle Aged Adults
- Obesity
- Hypertension
- Stroke
- Cancer
Risk for Heart Disease
- Lifestyle modifications
- Alcohol consumption
- Cholesterol
- Blood Pressure
- Diabetes melitus
- Metabolic syndrome
- Nutrition for a healthy heart
Non- Pharmacologic Measures in Treating Hypertension
- Sodium Reduction
- Exercise
- Limiting Alcohol consumption
- Dietary changes
- Weight Loss
- Smoking cessation
Cancer Risk
- Age
- Heredity
- Tobacco
- Alcohol
- Family History
Cancer Risk Factors you Cannot Control
- Age
- Heredity
Cancer Risk Factors You Can Control
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