Older Individuals Differ from One Another in Physiologic and Health

question 28

Multiple Choice

Older individuals differ from one another in physiologic and health status more than any other age group because chronologic age and functional capacity generally correlate closely.

• A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
• B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related.
• C) The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct.
• D) The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct.
• E) Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

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Definitions:

Egocentrism

Egocentrism refers to the cognitive inability to understand or assume any perspective other than one's own.

ASD

Acronym for Autism Spectrum Disorder, a range of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.

Maternal Infection

An infection acquired by the mother which can potentially affect pregnancy outcomes or the health of the neonate.

Psychiatric Drug Use

The use of medication prescribed to treat mental health disorders and alleviate symptoms.