Author Question: Which recommendation is most appropriate for the elderly patient? a. decrease physical activity ... (Read 26 times)

cagreen833 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which recommendation is most appropriate for the elderly patient?

a. decrease physical activity with aging c. increase intake of fats
b. stay connected to others d. increase intake of sodium

Question 2

The hearing loss associated with old age is called

a. presbyopia c. lentigo senilis
b. presbycusis d. arcus senilis

ju · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Older people may experience feelings of satisfaction or success over completing certain developmental tasks associated with aging, such as gaining insight or wisdom, developing better social skills, becoming more open-minded or tolerant, developing new skills, and deepening one's relationship with the spouse, significant others, or friends. A key to successful aging is staying connected to others.

Answer to Question 2

B
The hearing loss associated with aging is called presbycusis. Presbyopia is a change in vision. Lentigo senilis is benign skin changes.