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Which age-related change is associated with a decreased ability to smell toxic fumes and smoke?
Which age-related change is associated with a decreased ability to smell toxic fumes and smoke?
Which factor is NOT listed as a contributor to loss of smell?
Which factor is NOT listed as a contributor to loss of smell?
Which taste sensation is most likely to remain stable with age?
Which taste sensation is most likely to remain stable with age?
Which dental device can interfere with tasting?
Which dental device can interfere with tasting?
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Which sense interacts with the sense of taste to heighten anticipation of desired food?
Which sense interacts with the sense of taste to heighten anticipation of desired food?
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Which disease affects the ability of the eyes to adapt to the environment?
Which disease affects the ability of the eyes to adapt to the environment?
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Which age-related change affects the ability to focus on near objects?
Which age-related change affects the ability to focus on near objects?
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Which age group is most likely to have some form of visual impairment?
Which age group is most likely to have some form of visual impairment?
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Which sense has a decreased ability to adapt to light with age?
Which sense has a decreased ability to adapt to light with age?
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Which sense can be associated with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease?
Which sense can be associated with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease?
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Which age group is most affected by presbyopia?
Which age group is most affected by presbyopia?
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Which disease is the most common cause of legal blindness in the elderly?
Which disease is the most common cause of legal blindness in the elderly?
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What is the most common risk factor for cataracts?
What is the most common risk factor for cataracts?
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What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?
What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?
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What is the most common type of glaucoma?
What is the most common type of glaucoma?
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What is the main cause of diabetic retinopathy?
What is the main cause of diabetic retinopathy?
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What is the main cause of cerumen impaction?
What is the main cause of cerumen impaction?
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What is the perception associated with tinnitus?
What is the perception associated with tinnitus?
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What is the main cause of hearing loss in presbycusis?
What is the main cause of hearing loss in presbycusis?
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What is the main cause of vision loss in macular degeneration?
What is the main cause of vision loss in macular degeneration?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of hearing loss?
Which of the following is a characteristic of hearing loss?
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What is a possible implication of hearing loss?
What is a possible implication of hearing loss?
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What is a strategy to minimize outside noises for individuals with hearing loss?
What is a strategy to minimize outside noises for individuals with hearing loss?
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Which of the following is an effect of sensory deprivation?
Which of the following is an effect of sensory deprivation?
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What is a potential safety risk for older adults with sensory losses?
What is a potential safety risk for older adults with sensory losses?
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What is an appropriate voice pitch and volume when communicating with individuals with sensory losses?
What is an appropriate voice pitch and volume when communicating with individuals with sensory losses?
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What is an example of an assistive device for individuals with sensory losses?
What is an example of an assistive device for individuals with sensory losses?
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Which color contrast works best for individuals with sensory losses?
Which color contrast works best for individuals with sensory losses?
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What is an important consideration when adapting the environment for individuals with sensory losses?
What is an important consideration when adapting the environment for individuals with sensory losses?
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What is a potential risk for older adults with sensory losses in relation to food?
What is a potential risk for older adults with sensory losses in relation to food?
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