Which Is a True Statement Regarding Alcoholism in Older Adults?​

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which is a true statement regarding alcoholism in older adults?​

• A) ​Approximately 20% of people over 65 abuse alcohol.
• B) ​Most adults become addicted to alcohol later in life in response to problems.
• C) ​Older adults are even more susceptible to nutrient deficiencies when they abuse alcohol.
• D) ​Most primary care providers identify alcohol abuse in older adults because of routine assessments.
• E) ​Alcohol abuse among older adults is one of the most commonly identified problems of aging.

Familiarize with genetic screening and diagnostic procedures and their purposes.

Acknowledge the impact of maternal factors on fetal development and birth outcomes.

Comprehend the structural and functional basics of DNA and its role in heredity.

Explain common misconceptions related to genetics and prenatal development.

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Definitions:

Working Individuals

Refers to people who are engaged in employment or activities that contribute to the production of goods and services.

Polysome

A complex formed by multiple ribosomes simultaneously translating a single mRNA strand during protein synthesis.

Ribosomes

Molecular machines within cells that synthesize proteins by translating mRNA sequences into polypeptide chains.

mRNA

Messenger RNA is a type of RNA that conveys genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where it specifies the amino acid sequence of the protein products of gene expression.