Gerontology I Gerontology I 1 / 10 Which of the following is NOT a primary focus area of Gerontology? Physical health and well-being Social and psychological aspects of aging Environmental sustainability Cognitive function and mental health 2 / 10 Which of the following interventions is NOT commonly recommended for promoting healthy aging? Regular physical exercise Social isolation Balanced diet Mental stimulation 3 / 10 Which age-related condition is characterized by progressive memory loss, impaired cognitive function, and changes in behavior? Arthritis Osteoporosis Alzheimer’s disease Diabetes 4 / 10 Which of the following is NOT considered a social determinant of health in older adults? Education level Income level Gender Blood type 5 / 10 What is the term for the study of social and psychological aspects of aging? Gerontology Geriatrics Psychogerontology Psychogerontology 6 / 10 Which theory of aging proposes that cells have a limited capacity to replicate and divide, leading to the aging process? Free radical theory Telomere theory Evolutionary theory Wear and tear theory 7 / 10 Which of the following is a common age-related change in the cardiovascular system? Decreased bone density Reduced lung capacity Increased blood pressure Enhanced immune function 8 / 10 What term describes the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging? Geriatrics Gerontology Social gerontology Cognitive gerontology 9 / 10 Which of the following is a common focus area in gerontology research? Neonatal care Adolescent development Aging and longevity Pediatric medicine 10 / 10 What is the scientific study of aging and its effects on individuals? Geriatrics Gerontology Geriatric medicine Geriatric psychology Your score isThe average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
