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Assignment
1.
A. Identify four major crisis of old age.
B. Briefly discuss each crisis as a step toward displacement from social roles.
C. Illustrate each crisis.
D. Explain how each crisis affects program planning in the community.
2.
A. Name six sources of Gerontological and Geriatric Literature and briefly illustrate how you have used each source or project use of the source in the future.
B. Identify six professional organizations pertaining to the elderly with a brief statement on each.
C. Give three government programs for the elderly. State the sponsor and purpose for each.
3.
A. What role does the Medicare program have in the administration of gerontological services?
B. Identify problems in the delivery of services to the elderly in the community.
C. Give three illustrations to document medical needs of the aged.
4.
A. What issues are involved in use of the acute care hospital for the older population?
B. Explain the role of the federal government on these issues.
C. How does this affect the role of the gerontological health services administrator?
5.
A. What does the term "aging profile" mean to you?
B. How is this used in planning services?
6. Assume you have just been hired to set up community services for the elderly. In detail, explain your plan of action.
7. A. Give in detail the functions of a nursing home administrator. B. Review each department and how it functions,
8. List the basic goals necessary for reorienting long-term care policy.
9. Describe a model for prevention and wellness for the older adult which you recommend.