The Observation That Older Adults Are Less Able to Learn

question 12

Multiple Choice

The observation that older adults are less able to learn tasks simultaneously than younger adults suggests impairment in:

• A)visual-spatial sketchpad.
• B)phonological loop.
• C)central executive.
• D)working self.

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Definitions:

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A process that uses a brief test to identify if a young child is learning basic skills when they should, or if there are delays.

HEADSS Adolescent Risk Profile

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Anticipatory Guidance

A proactive, preventive approach in healthcare that focuses on providing patients (or caregivers) with information and advice on the expected growth, developmental milestones, and health issues in an effort to prevent health and safety problems.

Physical Development

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