Which of the Following Is a Normal Physiological Change That

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a normal physiological change that occurs during middle age?

• A) Increase in gastric emptying resulting in acid reflux
• B) Reduction in height caused by kyphosis
• C) Reduction of glomerular filtration by 50%
• D) Increase in the amount of estrogen produced in both genders

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Definitions:

Functional

Designed to be practical and useful, rather than solely attractive.

Secondary

Refers to the second level or stage in a series or a process, often used in education to describe schools for students aged approximately 11 to 18.

Life Expectancy

The average period that an individual is expected to live, often calculated from birth, based on a number of factors including historical data, current age, and health status.

Functional Aging

The changes in an individual's abilities and functional capacity as they age, often focusing on declines in physical, cognitive, and social capabilities.