The Nurse Shows an Understanding of the Error Group of Aging

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse shows an understanding of the error group of aging theories when stating: (Select all that apply.)

• A) "Aging occurs differently for the various ethnic groups."
• B) "Our genetic makeup is responsible for how we are affected by age."
• C) "Aging is a result of mistakes in our RNA and DNA metabolism."
• D) "The free radical theory is an example of an error theory."
• E) "Aging effects are really random and unpredictable."

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Definitions:

Hypoglossal Nerve

The twelfth cranial nerve, responsible for motor innervation of the muscles of the tongue, enabling speech and swallowing.

Unilateral Damage

Injury or harm affecting only one side of the body or one organ.

Lateral View

An outlook or representation from the side of an object or body.

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex responsible for processing auditory information and is involved in speech, memory, and emotional responses.