_____________ and ______________ Are the Starting Points for the Analyzing

question 26

Essay

_____________ and ______________ are the starting points for the analyzing and recording process.
Answers can appear in either order.

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Definitions:

Homicide Rate

The number of homicides in a defined area (such as a country, city, or neighborhood) over a specified period, often reported per 100,000 people.

Elderspeak

A condescending way of speaking to older adults that resembles baby talk, with simple and short sentences, exaggerated emphasis, repetition, and a slower rate and a higher pitch than used in normal speech.

Older Adult

An individual who is typically aged 65 years or older, entering the later stages of life.

Old-old

A demographic term typically used to describe individuals aged 85 years and older, often characterized by increased health and care needs.