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Which age range is typically considered old age?
Which age range is typically considered old age?
- Age 20-30
- Age 80 and older
- Age 65 and older (correct)
- Age 40-50
What is one of the effects of aging on the respiratory system?
What is one of the effects of aging on the respiratory system?
- Decreased susceptibility to infections
- Decreased ability to breathe (correct)
- Improved gas exchange
- Increased lung capacity
What can circulation issues in aging adults lead to?
What can circulation issues in aging adults lead to?
- Improved blood pressure
- Decreased blood pressure
- No impact on blood pressure
- High or low blood pressure issues (correct)
What may cause digestive and gastrointestinal issues in aging adults?
What may cause digestive and gastrointestinal issues in aging adults?
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What can the depletion of calcium in the body lead to?
What can the depletion of calcium in the body lead to?
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Which of the following is a common effect of aging on the respiratory system?
Which of the following is a common effect of aging on the respiratory system?
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What is the typical age range that is considered old age?
What is the typical age range that is considered old age?
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What is one potential effect of aging on the digestive and gastrointestinal system?
What is one potential effect of aging on the digestive and gastrointestinal system?
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What can happen to bone density as a result of the depletion of calcium in the body?
What can happen to bone density as a result of the depletion of calcium in the body?
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Which of the following senses are often less insatiable in aging adults?
Which of the following senses are often less insatiable in aging adults?
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