14 Questions
Which age group is commonly categorized as 'young-old'?
65-70 years old
What is the arbitrary age commonly used to identify the older adult?
65 years old
What is the concept that focuses on maintaining a high quality of life as people age?
Successful ageing
What is the final stage of the normal life span called?
Senescence
What term is used for individuals older than 75 years?
'Old-old'
What does 'social disconnection' refer to?
Lack of social, emotional, and physical engagement with others
What is the 'Old-Age Support Ratio' based on?
The number of people capable of providing economic support to older people
What is the implication of an ageing population for physiotherapy?
Increasing need for physiotherapists
What does 'Biological Age' take into consideration?
All the above
What is the main way of defining age according to the text?
Chronological Age
What is the major risk factor for functional impairments, chronic diseases, and mortality?
Biological Age
What does 'Beyond Healthcare to Health' imply?
Shift towards holistic well-being beyond medical treatments
According to the source, what can physiotherapists specializing in geriatric care influence?
Quality of life of older people
What does 'Social disconnection' refer to?
Lack of social, emotional, and physical engagement with others
Test your knowledge on the demographic shift towards an ageing population, the concept of successful ageing, healthy ageing, changes associated with ageing, and the criteria for defining an older adult. This quiz covers the social aspects of ageing physiotherapy across the lifespan.
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