Exam 14: The Physical Challenges of Aging

Marc has instrumental ADL [activities of daily living] impairments.He lives alone,has sufficient financial resources,and does not require 24-hour nursing care.Which care option might be ideal for Marc?

Problems with dressing,getting to the toilet,and eating independently,are examples of _____ impairments.

All aging changes are normal EXCEPT that they:

Ritkriti is an elderly woman who is having trouble with everyday household tasks such as cooking.These tasks are called:

The normal age-related vision changes people experience are often caused by changes in the lens.

Which age-related vision impairment is easiest to treat (or cure)?

Which is NOT a normal aging change?

If Grandma Nadira has a hearing impairment,which sound will she hear BEST?

Highlight the unique features of age-related hearing losses,and then describe the impact of this particular deficit/condition on relationships.Cite examples to illustrate your points.

Based on the text,which is the MOST sensible policy to reduce the risk of old-age driving?

Describe the prevalence,causes,and consequences of falling in later life.

To reduce rates of disabling chronic diseases,which is NOT a strategy the text suggests?

All of the following are true of Hispanic Americans who live in poverty EXCEPT that they tend to:

The _____ genetic marker heightens the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

The physical losses of normal aging at their extreme often become chronic disease.

John is an adult living below the poverty line.Statistically speaking,all are true of John EXCEPT that he is apt to:

Which is NOT a statement that researchers (as of 2015)are apt to make about Alzheimer's disease?

As the joint cartilage wears away,people develop osteoarthritis,which causes:

Major neurocognitive disorders (dementia)most often strike:

William is a certified nursing assistant (CNA)in a nursing home facility.According to the text,on the wages William makes,he can: