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Older Adulthood:
Age 66 Plus
Physical Changes During Older Adulthood
Activity A
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Complete the table by listing changes that may occur during older adulthood.
Physical
appearance
Internal body
changes (i.e.
organs, brain, etc)
Sensory skills
Body composition
and strength
Health concerns
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Meal Planning for Older Adults
Activity B
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Although nutritional needs change in older adulthood, adults still need to consume a variety of
foods from the fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and protein food groups. Use reliable online or print
resources to create a daily meal plan for a 76-year-old woman with no allergies or health concerns
using the information provided. Then, answer the questions that follow.
Grains
Vegetables
Fruits
Dairy
Proteins
5 ounces
2 cups
1½ cups
3 cups
5 ounces
Daily Meal Plan
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
1. What changes would you make to the meal plan if the woman is allergic to peanuts and eggs?
2. What changes would you make to the meal plan if the woman has hypertension?
3. What changes would you make to the meal plan if the woman has high cholesterol?
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Teaching Technology to Older Adults
Activity C
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Older adults can be great learners, especially if the setting is right. Think of something related to
technology that you could teach an older adult. For example, you could teach an older adult how to
upload a picture, use a smartphone, send a text message, send an e-mail, or use an electronic reader
or other technological device. In the spaces provided, plan your teaching session and record your
teaching methods. When planning the teaching session, be sure to include considerations for the
physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional needs of the older adult. Then, after conducting the teaching
session, evaluate the outcome.
Name of older adult you will be teaching:
Age of the older adult:
Technology you will be teaching:
1. What equipment and other items will you need to conduct the teaching session?
2. Where will this teaching session occur? Describe the learning environment.
3. What teaching methods will you use?
Evaluation:
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Developmental Theories Related to Older Adulthood
Activity D
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Complete the following table by describing developmental theories as they relate to older adults.
Type of Development
Biological
Theory
Description
Cellular clock
theory
Free-radical
theory
Hormonal stress
theory
Cognitive
Fluid and
crystallized
intelligence
Socio-emotional
Erikson: Integrity
versus despair
.
Activity theory
Kubler-Ross:
Stages of dying
.
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Socialization Opportunities for Older Adults
Activity E
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
In accordance with Kohlberg’s postconventional morality stage, older adults have a need to contribute to society. Since many older adults will be transitioning or have already transitioned into retirement, social interaction may decrease. Establishing community relationships helps fulfill societal and
social needs. Research local community social groups, classes, and volunteer opportunities specifically for older adults. Record your findings in the table below.
Community Programs for Older Adults
Local Community Social Group,
Class, or Volunteer Opportunity
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Emotional Changes in Older Adulthood
Activity F
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Complete the following table by listing the emotional changes older adults may experience for each
event shown. Then, list the emotional changes that other family members may be feeling in relation
to this change.
Event
Emotional Changes for
Older Adulthood
Emotional Changes for
Others Relating to Event
Retiring from work
Becoming a great-grandparent
Experiencing the loss of a
spouse
Decreasing physical abilities
require alternative living
arrangements
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Societal and Cultural Views on Older Adulthood
Activity G
Name
Chapter 12
Date
Period
Create a survey to measure the views of society and culture regarding older adults. Create at least
5 questions and survey 10 people to discover their views on older adulthood. Questions may relate
to myths on aging, social roles during older adulthood, housing options, level of care, or level of
value older adults have in society.
To measure results in a numeric quantity, use a rating scale of 1 to 5, where 1 indicates a low-level
response and 5 indicates a high-level response. Record each response and tally the results. For each
question, add the responses together and then divide this number by the total number of participants
to find the average response. Record your results in a graph on a separate sheet of paper. Then,
answer the questions on the next page.
Ages of participants:
Question 1:
Responses
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5
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Average response:
Question 2:
Responses
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Average response:
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Activity G (Continued)
Question 3:
Responses
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Average response:
Question 4:
Responses
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Average response:
Question 5:
Responses
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Average response:
1. What do your results say overall about the views of society on older adults?
2. How might these results influence those in older adulthood?
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