At 70 Years of Age Zaire Is Happily Retired and Enjoys

question 3

Multiple Choice

At 70 years of age Zaire is happily retired and enjoys spending time painting,boating,and being with his wife,grown children,and grandchildren.He is concerned about his health,because several times over the past few months he has been unable to complete certain mundane tasks without assistance.He has periods of confusion and is having more trouble creating paintings that convey what he wants them to.He is aware that his memory is impaired,because his grandchildren often tell him they played some game he doesn't remember.Zaire is probably developing

• A) amnesia.
• B) psychosis.
• C) crystallized dysfunction.
• D) dementia.

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Definitions:

Alarm Stage

The initial reaction of the body to stress, activating the fight or flight response as part of the general adaptation syndrome.

Exhaustion Stage

The exhaustion stage is the final phase of the stress response, where the body's ability to resist stressors diminishes significantly after prolonged exposure, leading to depletion of energy and possible health deterioration.

Stress

A physical, mental, or emotional factor causing bodily or mental tension, stemming from any event or thought that makes one feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.

Psychological State

An individual's current mental condition, including their feelings, thoughts, and emotions, which can be influenced by various factors and may fluctuate.