Gerontologists recommend that people stop exercising after approximately age 85, because the risk of injury outweighs the benefits.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Many older people engage in regular sexual activity.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Millie is 88 years old and has been coping with slowly progressing heart failure for many years. In the last six months, she has been hospitalized twice for infections, and feels weak and exhausted and ready for death.
Which stage of the Kbler-Ross model is Millie experiencing?
A) anger
B) bargaining
C) depression
D) acceptance
Bob smoked for six decades before being diagnosed with chronic emphysema.
His symptoms have now progressed to a point at which his day-to-day activities are drastically restricted, he must use supplemental oxygen, and his wife has to take care of everything. He realizes he is dying, and feels ashamed for not having quit smoking when he was young. He also feels guilty and worthless because of his dependency on his wife. Which stage of the Kbler-Ross model is Bob experiencing?
A) guilt
B) depression
C) doom
D) acceptance
Most older people end up living in a nursing home.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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