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APPENDIX IN AGES 65 AND OVER: COUNSELING

20/04/09

Diet and Exercise

Fat (especially saturated fat), cholesterol, complex carbohydrates, fiber, sodium, calcium. Caloric balance. Selection of exercise program.

Substance Use

Tobacco cessation. Alcohol and other drugs. Limiting alcohol consumption.

Driving/other dangerous activities while under the influence. Treatment for abuse.

Injury Prevention

Prevention of falls. Safety belts. Smoke detectors.

Smoking near bedding or upholstery. Hot-water heater temperature. Safety helmets.

High-risk groups. Prevention of childhood injuries for persons with children in the home or automobile.

Dental Health

Regular dental visits, tooth brushing, flossing. Other Primary Preventive Measures

Glaucoma testing by eye specialist.

High-risk groups. Discussion of estrogen replacement therapy for women who have an increased risk for osteoporosis (e.g., Caucasian, low bone mineral content, bilateral ovary removal before menopause, early menopause, slender build) and who are without known contraindications (e.g., history of undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, active liver disease, thromboembolic disorders, hormone-dependent cancer).

Discussion of aspirin therapy for men who have risk factors for myocardial infarction (e.g., high blood cholesterol, smoking, diabetes mellitus, family history of early-onset coronary artery disease) and who lack a family history of gastrointestinal or other bleeding problems or other risk factors for bleeding or cerebral hemorrhage.

Skin protection from ultraviolet light for persons with frequent exposure to sunlight.