Older Individuals Who Have Which of the Following Are Two

question 72

Multiple Choice

Older individuals who have which of the following are two to three times more likely to experience functional disability than elders who do not?

• A) Arthritis and hypertension
• B) Cancer
• C) Impairments in vision
• D) No spouse or children

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Definitions:

Intercostal Muscles

The intercostal muscles are a group of muscles located between the ribs that play a vital role in the process of breathing, helping expand and contract the chest cavity.

Pectoralis Major

The principal muscle of the chest wall.

Gluteus Maximus

The large muscle of the buttocks.

Muscular Dystrophy

A group of genetic diseases characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal muscles that control movement.