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“What are the different settings for elderly care?”

There can be confusion about the different settings for elderly care and living. This video talks about how these settings differ. ADDED MAY 17TH, 2009
“What is a Geriatrician? What role do they play?”

Geriatricians have special interest in caring for those over 65. Their role includes practice, administration and teaching. ADDED MAY 17TH, 2009
“What is a skilled nursing facility? Vid #2”

When someone needs ongoing care that can't be provided in assisted living or at home, they may need to move on to long term care. ADDED MAY 15TH, 2009
“What is assisted living? Is this covered by insurance?”

Assisted living is a setting where an individual has a room or apartment and can receive various levels of assistance depending on how independent they are. ADDED MAY 15TH, 2009
“What is a health care proxy?”

An important principle in medical culture is involving the individual in their own medical planning. ADDED MAY 13TH, 2009
“What is osteoporosis? How does it occur?”

Osteoporosis occurs when bone looses calcium and strength. This increases the risk of bone fractures. ADDED MAY 13TH, 2009
“How do we test for osteoporosis? What is a DEXA scan?”

The DEXA test is an x-ray that measures bone density in the hip and vertebrae. ADDED MAY 10TH, 2009
“I am unable to sleep at night because of pain”

Musculoskeletal pain may impair the ability to sleep in the elderly. Certain over the counter pain relievers may be helpful. ADDED MAY 10TH, 2009
“Is it OK to take naps?”

For some people taking naps may provide extra rest, but for others it can cause a cycle of poor sleep at night and napping in the day. ADDED MAY 10TH, 2009
“What is sleep hygiene?”

Sleep hygiene includes simple practical factors such as a comfortable bed, quiet environment and temperature. ADDED MAY 10TH, 2009
“When is it OK to use sleep medications?”

A prescribed sleeping medication may be appropriate in certain circumstances for short term use. Individuals may have varying responses and side effects to these medications. ADDED MAY 10TH, 2009