(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.
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This theory of aging states that aging is linked to a decline in the immune system.
Immunologic theory
Abuse or violation of rights that take place in nursing homes or other health care facilities. Examples?
Institutional abuse
Some of the signs/symptoms that require immediate medical attention. What are some other examples?
Severe headache, vomiting, chest pain
Excessive strain on the caregiver that can lead to neglect or abuse if not relieved.
Caregiver stress
Treating older adults differently or refusing services or resources simply because of their age.
Age discrimination
Annual exam to check for cataracts, glaucoma, or other vision problems related to aging.
Part of Medicare that covers inpatient hospitalization and skilled nursing after hospitalization
Medicare A
Most accurate patient identifier
A reactivation of the herpes zoster virus that causes painful rashes in older adults
Screening exam to detect bone loss, recommended for women sat age 65.
Bone density exam
Communicable respiratory disease that requires annual vaccination in the fall
Influenza
This legal document is an advance directive that specifies how a person would like to die, usually naturally.
Living will
Free!
An emotional dislike or prejudice against older adults because of their age.
Ageism
Reading nutrition labels can help patients reduce the amount of this nutrient in their diet. Which disorders require monitoring of sodiium intake?
Taking more medications than is clinically indicated
Polypharmacy
The theory that aging occurs because the body breaks down due to internal and external stressors
Wear & Tear Theory
Clouding of the lens of the eye, known as cataracts
A residential facility for older adults who need extensive personal care and assistance from skilled nurses.
Nursing home
The science of how medications affect older adults
Gero-pharmacology
A list of prescribed and OTC drugs that a patient is taking. What can this list help to prevent?
Medication list
A person required by law to report a suspicion or signs of abuse
Mandated reporter
A bracelet that is inscribed with a patient's medical information, such as allergies, high alert medications, or medical conditions.
Easiest pulse point for an older patient to locate when checking their own pulse
Radial pulse
Common eye disorder in older adults that causes damage to the macula, leading to loss of central vision
Macular degeneration
It is recommended that older adults do this for 30 minutes 3-5 x per week to maintain health and prevent disease.
A home health nurse borrows their older client's credit card without telling them. What is this an example of?
Financial abuse
Optional part of Medicare that covers 80% of outpatient services after deductible is met.
Medicare B
A device that allows patients with aphasia (difficulty with language) to make their needs known.
Loss of sight is the greatest factor that contributes to the risk of accidents like this.
This is a requirement if a patient does not speak nurse's native language
Medical interpreter
A legal document that states the level of and type of health care that a patient wants.
Advance directive
The vaccine for this inflammatory lung condition includes 2 immunizations given 1 year apart (pneumonia)
Adults who wear these still need annual dental exams and must take precautions against choking.
Services that give the caregiver a break from caregiving. Examples?
Respite
Emotional abuse
Percentage of older Americans living in poverty in 2019 (p. 9 in book) What source of income do they rely on?
12.8%
Noncompliance, or refusing to follow a treatment plan even after education and resources have been provided.
Nonadherence
Living center for older adults who are relatively independent and seeking assistance with daily activities like housekeeping, medication management, or meal service.
Assisted living
This procedure, recommended every 10 years, is considered the most accurate way to screen for colorectal cancer.
