Gerontology II Gerontology II 1 / 10 The concept of “successful aging” emphasizes: Maximizing lifespan regardless of health status Maintaining independence and well-being in later life Reducing healthcare costs associated with aging populations Early detection and treatment of age-related diseases 2 / 10 Which age-related change in the cardiovascular system is characterized by a decrease in the elasticity of blood vessels, leading to an increase in blood pressure? Atherosclerosis Hypertension Heart failure Peripheral artery disease 3 / 10 Which of the following lifestyle factors has been shown to have a protective effect against age-related cognitive decline and dementia? Smoking Sedentary behavior Regular physical exercise Poor diet 4 / 10 What is the term for the phenomenon where older adults experience a decline in cognitive function that is greater than what would be expected due to normal aging? Mild cognitive impairment Vascular dementia Alzheimer’s disease Dementia with Lewy bodies 5 / 10 Which age-related condition is characterized by a gradual loss of vision due to changes in the structure and function of the eye? Glaucoma Cataracts Macular degeneration Presbyopia 6 / 10 The rapid growth of the aging population presents a challenge for healthcare systems. Which of the following is the MOST promising strategy to address this challenge? Focusing on expensive, cutting-edge medical technologies for longevity Promoting preventive care and healthy aging initiatives Encouraging early retirement and reduced workforce participation Increasing reliance on institutionalized care facilities 7 / 10 Which of the following factors has been identified as a potential contributor to the gender disparity in longevity, with women typically living longer than men? Hormonal differences Genetic mutations Socioeconomic status Environmental pollution 8 / 10 Which age-related change in the respiratory system is characterized by a decrease in lung elasticity and respiratory muscle strength? Increased vital capacity Decreased tidal volume Increased residual volume Decreased forced expiratory volume 9 / 10 What is the term for the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength that occurs with aging? Osteoporosis Sarcopenia Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis 10 / 10 Which of the following theories of aging suggests that aging is the result of cumulative damage to cells and tissues over time due to exposure to environmental stressors and metabolic processes? Telomere theory Free radical theory Evolutionary theory Wear and tear theory Your score isThe average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
