Which of the Following May Result in More People Developing

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may result in more people developing late-onset Alzheimer disease (AD) ?

• A) Decreased deaths occurring from cardiac diseases.
• B) Lack of quality long-term care available for the number of older adults.
• C) The number of aging baby boomers.
• D) The increased change in demographics in America.

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Definitions:

Early-Maturing Adolescents

Young individuals who experience puberty earlier than the average for their age group, affecting their physical, emotional, and social development.

Early-Maturing

Refers to individuals who reach developmental milestones sooner than their peers, particularly in terms of physical or sexual development.

Risky Activity

Activities that involve a significant risk of harm or injury to the person engaging in them or to others, often characterized by unpredictability and potential negative outcomes.

Cognitive Maturity

The stage of development at which an individual has acquired the mental capacity to make fully reasoned decisions and understand consequences.