What
occurs with normal aging? |
What
are the results of normal aging? |
What
can I do to help? |
When
do I call? |
| Decreased numbers of immune system cells and decreased
responsiveness of cells. |
Increased time to respond and slower repair. |
Monitor for skin lesions.
Monitor for the rate of healing. Encourage immunizations.
|
Report any signs of infection: redness, swelling,
oozing, pain, moist.
Report unreasonable drowsiness. |
Decreased immune
system cell ability to recognize foreign tissue. |
Increased incidence of autoimmune
illnesses and cancers. |
Encourage routine examinations
and adequate diets.
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