Reference no: EM133220281

In Celebration of Life

Mrs. Perraus recently celebrated her 95th birthday with a large number of family and friends attending from far and near. She shared, "That was the best day of my life! I was married three times but none of the weddings were as exciting as this. I never have thought I would live to be this old. Yes, life has been a struggle. My first husband died in the Second World War right after we were married, my second husband was abusive and I quickly got rid of him, and the last husband of 65 years was the love of my life. He developed Alzheimer's and I cared for him for six years, but I never regretted a moment. My children sometimes wonder how I have managed to keep such a positive outlook. I believe my purpose in living so long is to be an example of aging well."

She is frail and thin, regularly takes acetaminophen to treat the discomfort from advanced osteoarthritis, eats sparingly but likes almost all foods and is concerned about good nutrition. Until last year she walked two brisk miles each day until she broke her hip after slipping on an acorn and has not regained her full strength and is frustrated that she now has to use a cane. She is hoping that with enough exercise in the gym she will make it to her next birthday.

Where would you place Mrs. Perraus in the continuum of wellness? Explain your reasons for doing so.

Identify three health promotion or disease prevention strategies to talk with Mrs. Perraus about.