What theory of aging do you believe played a significant role in the elderly population and COVID-19 death rates?

Module 1 Theories of Aging and COVID-19 Overview and Forum Questions Aging, the process of growing old, is not a disease, yet the aging process may lead to risk factors for chronic diseases and conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer, as well as debilitating conditions such as arthritis, fatigue, and frailty. Gerontology is the … Read more

  Fall Prevention in the elderly population living in a Health Care Center

Assignment 1. Introduction to Feasibility Topic: Fall Prevention in the elderly population living in a Health Care Center using STEADI Algorithm for Falls Risk. Read the following question and information provided by your instructor: The investigator assessed the providers’ knowledge about Stopping Elderly Accidents, Death, and Injuries. (STEADI) the algorithm developed by CDC in 2019 … Read more