17 Questions
What is one of the strategies for aging mentioned in the text related to nutrition?
Maintaining bone and muscle health
Which factor could result in dehydration in aging individuals according to the text?
Problems with nutrient absorption along the GI tract
What is one of the psychological factors affecting nutrition in older adults as mentioned in the text?
Loss of taste and smell senses
Which preventive healthcare strategy for aging is mentioned in the text?
Screening for diseases like cancer and hypertension
What is a key reason mentioned in the text for creating policies to support an aging population?
Supporting in-home care for the elderly
What term is used to describe the state of increased vulnerability to adverse health outcomes in older adults?
Frailty
How does low Socioeconomic Status (SES) influence the psychological health of aging individuals?
Increases the risk of declines in mental health
Which of the following is NOT a common Frailty sign in older adults?
High activity level
What do older adults fear about being frail?
Beginning their own cycle to decline and death
In older individuals, what effect does feeling lonely have on the risk of functional decline and death?
Increases the risk of functional decline and death
What contribution does Low SES make to disease burden in older adults?
Increases disease burden
What theory suggests that a negative bias against older individuals protects younger individuals from thinking about the negative aspects of aging?
Terror management theory
In the context of chronic diseases, which one is characterized by abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and disrupt normal tissue functioning?
Chronic disease – Cancer
What condition is linked to lung irritants like air pollution, chemical fumes, and dust, along with a history of smoking?
Chronic disease – COPD
Which chronic disease is related to arterial stiffness, ventricle remodeling, high 'bad cholesterol,' weight gain, and menopausal hormonal changes?
Chronic disease – Cardiovascular Disease
What term describes the time that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles?
Menopause
Which theory suggests that stereotypes help individuals categorize themselves and identify with their social in-group?
Functional approach theory
Explore the impact of social determinants of health on aging individuals, including the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES), loneliness, functional decline, and psychological well-being. Understand how declines in health and the loss of a spouse can affect financial status and overall quality of life in older age.
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