Gerontology and Geriatrics: Understanding Aging and Elderly Care
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What is the term for the study of the aging process?

  • Gerontology (correct)
  • Gerontology (correct)
  • Geriatrics
  • Geriatriics
  • What is the result of less oil secretions in the skin as people age?

  • Thick, rough skin
  • Moist, supple skin
  • Oily, acne-prone skin
  • Dry, fragile skin (correct)
  • What is the effect of a decrease in nerve cells in the elderly?

  • Improved reflexes
  • No change in reflexes
  • Increased nerve endings
  • Slowed reflexes (correct)
  • What is the result of a decrease in peristalsis in the elderly?

    <p>Difficulty swallowing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a decrease in kidney function in the elderly?

    <p>Decreased blood flow to the kidneys (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the loss of physical or mental health?

    <p>Illness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a decrease in hormone production in the elderly?

    <p>Decreased fertility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of nutrition in the elderly?

    <p>It is important for overall health and functioning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a decrease in muscle cells in the elderly?

    <p>Decreased muscle mass (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a decrease in blood flow to the brain in the elderly?

    <p>Decreased cognitive function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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