Which Elderly Person Is at Highest Risk for Developing Some

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which elderly person is at highest risk for developing some type of dementia?

• A) Paige, a 89 year old female
• B) Paul, a 60 year old male
• C) Patty, a 65 year old depressed female
• D) Preston, a 70 year old depressed male

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Definitions:

AV Node

The atrioventricular node, a part of the heart's electrical control system that acts as a gatekeeper for electrical impulses between the atria and ventricles.

Parasympathetic Nerve

Nerves that are part of the autonomic nervous system, responsible for conserving energy and slowing down bodily functions.

Sympathetic Nerve

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for stress-related activities, often described as the "fight or flight" response.

Potassium Ions

Charged particles of potassium that are essential for various physiological processes in the body, including nerve signal transmission and muscle contraction.