Preferred Provider Organizations Do Not Have a Gatekeeper Like the HMO

question 18

True/False

Preferred Provider Organizations do not have a gatekeeper like the HMO so a member does not need a referral to see a specialist.

Be aware of the living arrangements and independence levels of the elderly.

Understand the basic concepts of aging and longevity, including cellular aspects.

Describe the psychological and adaptive strategies used by the elderly in response to aging.

Identify health and sexual behaviors in older adulthood.

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Definitions:

Unchanging Levels

A state or condition where there is no variation, fluctuation, or progression in intensity, degree, or quality over a certain period.

Longest Wavelength

Refers to the type of electromagnetic wave that has the lowest frequency and, consequently, the longest wavelength in the spectrum.

Visible Spectrum

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, typically encompassing wavelengths from approximately 380 to 750 nanometers.

Red

A color at the end of the visible spectrum of light, next to orange and opposite violet, often associated with passion, danger, and energy.