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Title: In the context of the trends related to the elderly in the United States, _____.
Post by: sunnysummer on Mar 12, 2018
In the context of the trends related to the elderly in the United States, _____.
 
  A) the size of the aging U.S. population will decrease.
  B) the challenges related to old age will decrease.
  C) robotic companions for the elderly will become available in America.
  D) living apart together will not be an option for the elderly.

Ques. 2

Psychologically, an old person is defined as:
 
  A) one who thinks he or she is old.
  B) one who belongs to the young-old group of the elderly.
  C) one who has obstructive sleep apnea.
  D) one who is a retiree.

Ques. 3

Which of the following terms refers to the situation where older people are often not hired and younger workers are hired to take their place?
 
  A) Age discrimination
  B) Adultism
  C) Glass ceiling
  D) Xenophobia

Ques. 4

Which of the following factors is associated with successful aging?
 
  A) Losing weight
  B) Drinking alcohol moderately
  C) Drinking at least 5 cups of coffee a day
  D) Leading a sedentary lifestyle

Ques. 5

Stephen is a nonagenarian. His motor skills have declined significantly, and he can no longer perform his personal care activities independently. As a result, a nurse takes care of him and helps him with bathing and dressing. In this scenario, which of the following statements is most likely true of Stephen?
 
  A) He is frail.
  B) He is agile.
  C) He belongs to the young-old group of the elderly.
  D) He belongs to the middle-old group of the elderly.


Title: In the context of the trends related to the elderly in the United States, _____.
Post by: carine13 on Mar 12, 2018
Answer to #1

C

Answer to #2

A

Answer to #3

A

Answer to #4

B

Answer to #5

A


Title: In the context of the trends related to the elderly in the United States, _____.
Post by: sunnysummer on Mar 12, 2018
Helps a lot <3 Now I'm ready for my quiz