Question 1

Discuss the potential reasons for higher rates of accidents among older drivers.

Accepted Answer

Reasons for driving accidents among olde

Question 2

Compare the ADL and IADL limitations among older men and women.

Accepted Answer

Men are less likely to have AD

Question 3

Heart disease, cancer, and strokes accounted for ________ percent of all deaths among people over age 65 and older in 2004.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Heart disease, cancer, and strokes accounted for...

Question 4

Age-related physiological changes and the effects of many medications are the primary reason why older people:

Accepted Answer

A)  generally stop driving. 
B)  prefer driving at night. 
C)  are at greater risk of injury and death in accidents. 
D)  prefer driving cars with higher power air bags. 
A)  generally stop driving. 
B)  prefer driving at night. 
C)  are at greater risk of injury and death in accidents. 
D)  prefer driving cars with higher power air bags.

Question 5

________ is defined as impairments in the ability to complete multiple daily tasks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is defined as impairments in the...

Question 6

COPD is 3-4 times more common among older men than in older women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The major risk factor for cardiovascular disease is:

Accepted Answer

A)  hypotension. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  atherosclerosis. 
D)  diabetes. 
A)  hypotension. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  atherosclerosis. 
D)  diabetes.

Question 8

Which of the following represents the most common IADL limitation for older adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  home management 
B)  money management 
C)  meal preparation 
D)  grocery shopping 
A)  home management 
B)  money management 
C)  meal preparation 
D)  grocery shopping

Question 9

Health promotion programs should attempt to improve the general environment as well as individual health practices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following represents the most common ADL limitation for older adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  bathing 
B)  eating 
C)  walking 
D)  making a phone call 
A)  bathing 
B)  eating 
C)  walking 
D)  making a phone call

Question 11

Why do older adults rate their health positively?

Accepted Answer

Older adults rate their health positivel

Question 12

________ results from blockage of an artery supplying blood to a portion of the heart muscle.

Accepted Answer

Acute myoc

Question 13

Compared to young adults, older persons:

Accepted Answer

A)  are more likely to cause accidents due to speeding. 
B)  are less likely to die from injuries sustained in an accident. 
C)  have more auto accidents per mile driven. 
D)  have more accidents due to drunken driving. 
A)  are more likely to cause accidents due to speeding. 
B)  are less likely to die from injuries sustained in an accident. 
C)  have more auto accidents per mile driven. 
D)  have more accidents due to drunken driving.

Question 14

The symptoms of diabetes are difficult to detect in older people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Constipation is a normal part of the aging process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The most common site of fractures are:

Accepted Answer

A)  vertebrae. 
B)  ankle. 
C)  leg. 
D)  wrist. 
A)  vertebrae. 
B)  ankle. 
C)  leg. 
D)  wrist.

Question 17

For drivers aged 65 to 74, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related deaths.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What does the term "health status" refer to?

Accepted Answer

Health status refers to the presence or

Question 19

Hypertension is more common among African Americans than among whites.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Co-morbidity has been found in 50 percent of older men, far higher than the rates in women of the same age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Discuss the potential reasons for higher rates of accidents among older drivers.

Compare the ADL and IADL limitations among older men and women.

Heart disease, cancer, and strokes accounted for ________ percent of all deaths among people over age 65 and older in 2004.

Age-related physiological changes and the effects of many medications are the primary reason why older people:

________ is defined as impairments in the ability to complete multiple daily tasks.

COPD is 3-4 times more common among older men than in older women.

The major risk factor for cardiovascular disease is:

Which of the following represents the most common IADL limitation for older adults?

Health promotion programs should attempt to improve the general environment as well as individual health practices.

Which of the following represents the most common ADL limitation for older adults?

Why do older adults rate their health positively?

________ results from blockage of an artery supplying blood to a portion of the heart muscle.

Compared to young adults, older persons:

The symptoms of diabetes are difficult to detect in older people.

Constipation is a normal part of the aging process.

The most common site of fractures are:

For drivers aged 65 to 74, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related deaths.

What does the term "health status" refer to?

Hypertension is more common among African Americans than among whites.

Co-morbidity has been found in 50 percent of older men, far higher than the rates in women of the same age.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Living Arrangements and Social Interactions

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

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Exam 4: Managing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Well Being in Old Age

Discuss the potential reasons for higher rates of accidents among older drivers.

Compare the ADL and IADL limitations among older men and women.

Heart disease, cancer, and strokes accounted for ________ percent of all deaths among people over age 65 and older in 2004.

Age-related physiological changes and the effects of many medications are the primary reason why older people:

________ is defined as impairments in the ability to complete multiple daily tasks.

COPD is 3-4 times more common among older men than in older women.

The major risk factor for cardiovascular disease is:

Which of the following represents the most common IADL limitation for older adults?

Health promotion programs should attempt to improve the general environment as well as individual health practices.

Which of the following represents the most common ADL limitation for older adults?

Why do older adults rate their health positively?

________ results from blockage of an artery supplying blood to a portion of the heart muscle.

Compared to young adults, older persons:

The symptoms of diabetes are difficult to detect in older people.

Constipation is a normal part of the aging process.

The most common site of fractures are:

For drivers aged 65 to 74, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related deaths.

What does the term "health status" refer to?

Hypertension is more common among African Americans than among whites.

Co-morbidity has been found in 50 percent of older men, far higher than the rates in women of the same age.

The Growth of Social Gerontology

Aging in Other Countries and Across Cultures in the United States

The Social Consequences of Physical Aging

Cognitive Changes With Aging

Personality and Mental Health in Old Age

Love Intimacy and Sexuality in Old Age

Social Theories of Aging

The Importance of Social Supports-Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Opportunities and Challenges of Informal Caregiving

Living Arrangements and Social Interactions

Productive Aging: Paid and Nonpaid Roles and Activities

Death, Dying, Bereavement, and Widowhood

The Resilience of Elders of Color

The Resiilience of Older Women

Social Policies to Address Social Problems

Health and Long Term Care Policy and Programs

Filters