By Age 60, an Individual Has Lost About __________ of Their

question 11

Multiple Choice

By age 60, an individual has lost about __________ of their rods and cones in the eye.

• A)one-third
• B)one-quarter
• C)one-half
• D)two-thirds

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Definitions:

Orthopneic Position

A sitting position to relieve respiratory difficulty in which the client leans over and is supported by an overbed table across the lap.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

A group of progressive lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that restrict airflow and cause breathing difficulties.

Dyspnea

Difficult or laboured breathing.

Osteoporosis

Demineralization of the bone.