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Which of the following older adults is MOST likely to be a successful ager?


1. An older adult who graduated from high school.
2. An older adult with a good pension fund.
3. An older adult who has many social contacts
4. An older adult with family living nearby - ANSWER - An older adult who has many social
contacts


Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding trends in aging?


1. The gender gap is remaining fairly consistent.
2. Nearly one-third of older Americans lives at or below the poverty level.
3. About 8 out of 10 older adult Americans rate their health as good, very good, or excellent. -
ANSWER - About 8 out of 10 older adult Americans rate their health as good, very good, or
excellent.


A diet rich in anti-oxidants is intended to counteract which of the following theories of aging?


1. Cross-linking theory
2. Rate of living theory
3. Endocrine theory
4. Free-radicals theory - ANSWER - Free-radicals theory
True or False: A major depressive disorder lasts for at least 2 weeks and affects a person's
ability to work, carry out usual daily activities, and to have satisfying relationships. - ANSWER -
True

, True or False: Depression is one of the most highly prevalent mental health problems among
the elderly population. - ANSWER - True


True or False: Health-care and clinical settings neglect the area of sexual health for those over
the age of 65. - ANSWER - True


Which of the following conditions is a concern for patients taking medications for Parkinson's
disease?


1. Anterograde amnesia
2. Diminished response after 4-5 years
3. Hypertension
4. Osteoporosis - ANSWER - Diminished response after 4-5 years


The fact that all living beings age and die is due to which of the following conditions?


1. Biological theories of aging
2. Senescence
3. Usual aging
4. Programmed longevity - ANSWER - Senescence


An older adult is MOST likely to report which of the following disabilities?


1. Hearing impairments
2. Vision impairments
3. Self-care limitations
4. Mobility difficulties - ANSWER - Mobility difficulties


All of the following are TRUE regarding age-related changes in the human body, except...


1. Increase in the number of cross links resulting in stiffer tissues

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