Studies That Evaluate the Cognitive Abilities of Older Adults May

question 197

Multiple Choice

Studies that evaluate the cognitive abilities of older adults may be biased due to:

• A) lack of recognition of health problems like dementia or diabetes
• B) reliance on timed trials for assessment
• C) time of day when the tests were administered
• D) all of these

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Chest Circumference

A measurement around the largest part of the chest, used in medical assessments to evaluate growth and respiratory health.

Head Measurement

The process of measuring the circumference of a person's head, often used in medical settings to assess growth in infants and children.

Tripod Position

A body position often adopted by individuals in respiratory distress, where they sit upright while leaning forward on extended arms, helping to reduce breathing effort.

Respiratory Difficulties

Any condition or symptom that leads to problems with breathing, including diseases of the airways and lungs.