Regarding Physical and Cognitive Changes in Late Adulthood, Which of the Following

question 120

Multiple Choice

Regarding physical and cognitive changes in late adulthood, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Age-related declines in memory are generally not at a level significant enough to impair daily functioning.
• B)Aging brings loss of bone density and muscle mass, as well as reduced sharpness or acuity of the senses.
• C)Reaction times slow, which may have an impact on driving abilities.
• D)Immune system functioning declines, making older people more susceptible to illness.
• E)Fluid intelligence increases across much of the life span, only beginning to decline around age 70.

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Definitions:

Weight Gain

The increase in body weight due to various factors like muscle mass increment, fat accumulation, or fluid retention.

Peripheral Intravenous (IV) Therapy

The administration of liquid substances directly into a vein as a therapeutic treatment, typically using veins in the arms or hands.

Vascular Access Device

A medical device implanted to access the vascular system for the delivery of medications and nutrients, and for blood withdrawal.

Abundant

Existent in large quantities; plentiful.