Hearing Loss Is an Uncommon Physical Change in Older Adults

question 41

True/False

Hearing loss is an uncommon physical change in older adults.

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Definitions:

Stroke

A medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from receiving oxygen and nutrients.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions that affect the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), and heart defects among others.

Obesity

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that presents a risk to health, often defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above.

Electrode Catheters

Flexible, conductive tubes used in medical procedures to diagnose or treat cardiovascular abnormalities by delivering electrical currents to heart tissues.