Which of the Following Is One of the Most Common

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the most common chronic health problems in late adulthood and is reported by __________ of adults in developed countries?

• A)jaundice: 20%
• B)arthritis; 50%
• C)diabetes: 55%
• D)macular degeneration; 60%

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Definitions:

Meissner's Corpuscles

Sensitive mechanoreceptors located in the papillary layer of the dermis, particularly in areas like the fingertips and lips, responsible for sensitivity to light touch.

Free Nerve Endings

Sensory receptors found throughout most of the body that respond to pain, temperature, touch, and pressure.

Nociceptors

Specialized sensory neurons that detect signals indicating potential harm and transmit pain signals to the brain.

Tissue Damage

The physical injury or harm to body tissues resulting from various causes, such as trauma, infection, or exposure to toxic substances, leading to inflammation or dysfunction.