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. 2019 Apr 19;60(1):e52–e65. doi: 10.1093/geront/gnz026

Table 2.

Definitions of Active Ingredients

Active ingredient Definition Keywords
Exercise Strengthen physical function, body structure, and physiological reserves Exercise; physical activity; strengthening; walk; physical training; Tai-Chi; balance; mobility; agility; stretching
Problem-solving Identify problems in daily activities, propose solutions to solve the problems, and implement solutions Problem-solving; action plan; review solutions; identify strategies; refine strategies; design a plan; mutual problem-solving; overcome barriers; propose ways
Cognitive behavioral therapy Discuss and identify patterns of thinking or behaviors. Change distorted thoughts to change behaviors and mood Cognitive behavioral therapy; cognitive behavioral interventions
Environmental modification Modify environmental factors, such as home, light, rug, and handrail Environmental modification; eliminate environmental hazards; home modification
Education Deliver, shape, or instruct knowledge on how to perform a behavior or deal with situations Education; impart knowledge; didactic teaching; educational videotape
Goal setting Identify goals that are relevant to health professionals or participants Goal setting; preview goals; identify goals; prioritize goals; set realistic goals
Comprehensive geriatric assessment A therapeutic process that incorporated medical, psychosocial or functional assessments to inform care plans for primary care teams and rehabilitation fields Comprehensive geriatric assessment; multidimensional geriatric instrument; standardized health assessment
Cognitive training Train specific cognitive domains, including processing speed, memory, attention, or reasoning Cognition training; mathematics; attention memory; visuospatial ability; processing speed; reasoning; visual search skill